K-2 PE Lesson Ideas

Name of Activity: Burst the Bubble

Purpose of Activity: To reinforce proper overhand and underhand throwing skills.

Activity cues: OVERHAND THROW: •Point non-throwing side/shoulder to the target. •Throwing arm way back behind head. •Step with opposite foot towards target. •Follow through by letting throwing arm come across the opposite side of the body. UNDERHAND THROW: •Face target. •Step with opposite foot from throwing arm. •Arm goes back like a grandfather clock. •Arm swings forward and releases ball.

Prerequisites: Proper form for throwing overhand and underhand.

Suggested Grade Level: K-2

Materials Needed: 10-15 hula hoops, yarn balls (1 for each student), polyspots (1 for each student), throwing rubric Overhand and Underhand Throwing Rubric

Description of Idea

Assessment Ideas:

Two attached throwing rubrics.