Week One
Subject: Physical And Health Education
Class: Primary Five
Week of the Second Term: 1st Week
Topic: Definition and Types of Ball Games
Instructional Objectives
At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define ball games and identify at least three different types of ball games.
- Explain the importance of participating in ball games for physical fitness and social interaction.
- Demonstrate basic skills used in one type of ball game (e.g., passing in basketball).
Entry Behaviour
Pupils should already know about different types of sports and their benefits to health. They may have prior knowledge about participating in games during physical education classes.
Instructional Materials
- Textbook: “Wabp Physical and Health Education for Primary Schools Book 5”
- Visual aids: Charts showing different types of ball games
- Flashcards with images and names of various ball games
Reference Materials
Na’omi Baba Gbefwi, Emma Okoroigwe, Adetola Akinmorin (2017). Wabp Physical and Health Education for Primary Schools Book 5. West African Book Publisher. Lagos.
Adeyanju, S. A., Musa Danladi, I., Edegbai, B., Igbanuo, V. C., Okunrotifa, E. B. (2022). Spectrum Physical and Health Education for Primary School 5 Textbook (BEC Edition). Spectrum Book Limited. Lagos.
Content
Definition and Types of Ball Games
Definition of Ball Games
Ball games are sports or recreational activities that involve the use of a ball as the primary object of play. These games typically require players to throw, catch, kick, or hit the ball to achieve specific goals, such as scoring points or goals, depending on the rules of the game. Ball games can be played individually or as part of a team, often promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and coordination.
Types of Ball Games
- Team Ball Games
Team ball games involve two or more players working together against another team. These games emphasize cooperation, strategy, and teamwork. Some popular team ball games include:- Football (Soccer): Played between two teams of 11 players each on a rectangular field, with the objective of scoring goals by getting the ball into the opposing team’s net.
- Basketball: Involves two teams of five players each, aiming to score points by shooting the ball through the opponent’s hoop.
- Volleyball: Played by two teams of six players each on a rectangular court divided by a net. The objective is to score points by sending the ball over the net to land in the opponent’s court.
- Individual Ball Games
Individual ball games can be played solo or in a competitive format against others, but the focus is primarily on individual performance. Examples include:- Tennis: Played between two players (singles) or four players (doubles) who hit a ball over a net into the opponent’s court, scoring points when the opponent fails to return the ball.
- Table Tennis (Ping Pong): A fast-paced game played on a small table divided by a net, where players hit a lightweight ball back and forth using small paddles.
- Recreational Ball Games
These games are often played for fun and may not adhere strictly to formal rules. They can be played casually in various settings. Some examples include:- Beach Volleyball: A variant of volleyball played on sand, typically with teams of two or four players.
- Dodgeball: A team game where players aim to hit opponents with a ball while avoiding being hit themselves.
- Field and Court Ball Games
These games are played on specific types of surfaces and often have distinct rules governing gameplay. Examples include:- Baseball: Played on a diamond-shaped field with two teams of nine players, where players score runs by hitting a ball and running around bases.
- Handball: A fast-paced game where players use their hands to hit a ball against a wall, trying to outscore their opponents.
- Goal-based Ball Games
In these games, the primary objective is to score by getting the ball into a designated goal area. Examples include:- Hockey: Played on ice or a field, where teams use sticks to hit a puck or ball into the opponent’s goal.
- Rugby: A contact sport where teams score by carrying the ball over the opponent’s goal line or kicking it through the goalposts.
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