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 Name of Activity: Throwing at Targets
Purpose of Activity: To assess students on their throwing form, challenging them to throw at stationary targets using cues given by the teacher. Suggested Grade Level: 3-5 Materials Needed: Throwing manipulatives (gatorskin ball, football, tennis ball), Targets (mats, cones, small targets) Rubric (PDF) Time Needed to Complete: 15-20 minutes (depending on class size) Description of Idea Students will move around the gym in groups of 4-5 engaging in various throwing stations. One station will allow teacher to assess students on throwing at stationary targets. 4-5 different targets will be used at the assessment station and the students will throw at each target 2-3 times, giving the teacher time to assess each student.
Write student’s name in first column, then put a check mark in column of corresponding level using the cues for throwing. View rubric (PDF) Side facing target – the side opposite your throwing hand is facing the target Step with opposite foot – Step towards your target with your foot opposite your throwing hand Eyes on the target – keep your eyes on the target at all times Follow through – throwing arm should follow the ball, ending up by your knee Variations: If students have mastered throwing at a stationary target, move on to moving targets, followed by people catching the manipulative and guarded people. | |||||||
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