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Taken part in a range of PE games and activities. Followed simple instructions and applied rules. Worked collaboratively as a pair and in a small group. Used and applied simple diagrams with pictures and symbols.

Work with others to solve problems. Describe their work and use different strategies to solve problems. Lead others and be led. Differentiate between when a task is competitive and when it is collaborative.

• to use clear communication, strength and flexibility to complete a task.
• to work with others to complete map-reading tasks.
• to draw and create a clear route on a map for others to follow.
• to work with others and identify what went well and what we could do to improve.
• to use the outside of the foot to control the ball and dribble.
• to safely take part in trust-based activities.
• What does trust mean?
• How did you work together to decide on the layout of your station?
• Do the symbols give us any clues as to what real-life object/area they might represent?

Variety of ropes, hoops, bean bags, a range of sports equipment, teaching resource cards, soft balls, bibs/bands.

Maps, diagrams, scale, symbols, orienteering, controls, challenges, problem-solving, lead, follow, plan, trust.

To problem solve, you need to think through possible problems before arriving at a solution. Children should take on the point of view of every team member.

Head – Use acquired skills to create maps and directions.

Hand – Perform with strength, stamina and endurance in more physical tasks.

Heart – Can work with others to solve problems.

Lesson Overview

• Show working as part of a team
• Communicate to solve problems
• To use strength and flexibility to complete a task

We are learning: to use clear communication, strength and flexibility to complete a task

Activity:  Assessment for learning task.

• To identify basic symbols on a map
• To complete tasks using symbols and maps
• To work with others to complete simple map reading tasks

We are learning: to work with others to complete map-reading tasks

Activity:  Colour cards and symbol challenge

• Confidently read and follow a basic map
• Create a route on a map for others to use
• Work independently and as part of a team

We are learning: to draw and create a clear route on a map for others to follow

Activity:  Follow a map and design a route on a map

• Respond to problems in a group situation
• Identify what worked well and what they need to improve when working as a group
• Play competitively and fairly

We are learning: to work with others and identify what went well and what we could do to improve

Activity: Tag ball, shark-infested water and all aboard

• Identify what they need to do to complete a challenge
• Participate safely, considering others
• Confidently work closely with others

We are learning: to identify and explain what is required to complete a variety of challenges

Activity:  Alphabet and bridge game, circle hoop and hands challenge

• Lead and be led by others
• Take part in trust-based activities
• Know what they must do to participate safely

We are learning: to safely take part in trust-based activities

Activity:  Pairs blindfold games, sheep herding game

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Teaching Cooperative Learning and Problem Solving in PE

This year, I changed up how I teach cooperative learning. I started by looking at the main skills I wanted my students to gain.

• Listening to others’ ideas
• Collaboratively solving problems
• Valuing everyone’s voice

I decided the best way to have my students learn and practice these skills wasn’t through the traditional cooperative learning activities. Instead, I began by teaching them a variety of simple games.

• A four-team Capture the Flag type game
• A six-team invasion type game
• A six-team tagging game
• A four-team knock down the targets game

Throughout these activities, I emphasized the characteristics of a good teammate. This includes reinforcing the skills, listening to others’ ideas, solving problems, and valuing everyone. Learning about the characteristics of a great teammate led us into the Invention Adventure!

Invention Adventure

Choice of equipment:

• SturTee Ball Holders                                           
• Giant Balls

• Pool Noodles
• GoRings Set

(This is what I used, but you can use whatever you have available.)

Instructions:

• Work with your partner to create a game to teach to the class.
• Take turns sharing your ideas and building off each other’s ideas (listen, collaborate, and problem solve ).
• When you have a game you believe is ready, go explain it to the teacher.

Students Teach the Game

When the first pair of students worked out the details of their game, they got up in front of the class and explained it. I helped them with starters, “the set up of this game is…”, “the object of this game is…” Their classmates can ask clarifying questions, “what happens when someone gets tagged?” Then the class played the game for about 4-5 minutes. During this short playtime, a game flaw usually became apparent. For example, it was too hard to hit the target, it was too easy to defend an opponent, etc.

Revising the Game

We then re-grouped and students made suggestions to the game creators. I helped the first few groups frame the discussion with, “First think about what part of the game wasn’t working. For example, it was too hard, it was too easy… Then your comment needs to be a suggestion for solving.”

• Game creators led this discussion, they called on students for suggestions, and just took them all in. They didn’t try to come to a decision during the discussion.
• Students could ask clarifying questions. If the Game Creators didn’t know the answer, they said “we will let you know.”
• Game Creators were given 1-2 minutes to determine how they could revise the game. During this short break, the rest of the class met with their creating parter and discussed their own game inventions.
• Game Creators instructed the class on the revised game and we played the revised game.

Lesson Objective: Students work cooperatively with others.

Not only did students get lots of practice on the lesson objective, it was super fun to see how incredibly creative they were! They loved sharing their ideas with the class and seeing their fun games get even better with the suggestions of their classmates. It has taken a little longer than I usually give to cooperative learning activities, but I think it has been worth it. I plan on using their game creations as warm-up activities throughout the year.

How do you teach cooperative learning skills? We’d love to hear about your experiences facilitating student created games. Please share them with us!

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Hello Lynn, I hope you are well Do you have the lesson plan for a six-team invasion type game or a six-team tagging game?

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Protect the Pin

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This PE page includes a variety of PE Physical Education games. These are warm up PE Games perfect for the start of Physical Education lessons. All of these games are for physical education in primary, elementary and secondary school education. These could be used in schools for PE teacher, Sports coaches and classroom teachers. These PE physical education resources are free and are perfect for schools. The PE Physical Education resources would also be useful for PE teachers, Physical Education Teachers, PE Sports Coaches and Summer Holiday Camp leaders. 

Tower Rush is a PE Game focused on risk taking and  coordination. To find out how to play this PE Game and for further activity differentiation download now. 

Protect the Kingdom

Protect the Kingdom is a PE Game focused on coordination and teamwork. To find out how to play this PE Game and for further activity differentiation download now.

A PE Game focused on invasion and  coordination. To find out how to play this PE Game and for further activity differentiation download now. Includes 2 versions.

Clap Catch  is a PE Game focused on coordination. To find out how to play this PE Game and for further activity differentiation download now.

King of the Pin

King of the Pin is a PE Game focused on coordination and strategy. To find out how to play this PE Game and for further activity differentiation download now.

Bench Tag is a PE Game focused on tagging, catching and throwing. To find out how to play this PE Game and for further activity differentiation download now.

Meteor Ball

Meteor Ball is a PE Game focused on coordination and dodging. To find out how to play this PE Game and for further activity differentiation download now.

Ladder PE Tasks

PE Ladder tasks is focused on coordination and movement. 10 tasks for students to try. A visual and description is included to help Physical Education Teachers.

Hoop Colour Coordination

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Key Stage 3 PE – the lowdown

Although the range of sports may vary from school to school, in Key Stage 3 PE children will have opportunities to explore and further develop more complex tactics within the realm of team sports.

The emphasis in PE in Key Stage 3 is on inspiring children to excel in competitive sport and other physically demanding activities. Pupils are expected to develop their health and fitness, alongside qualities like teamwork, character and respect through competing in sports. It’s critical that the school’s PE programme prepares pupils for a lifetime of fitness activity.

The KS3 PE curriculum

In Years 7 to 9, children are taught to:  

• play a range of competitive sports as a team and as individuals, for example badminton, basketball, cricket, football, hockey, netball, rugby, rounders and tennis.
• develop their technique and performance in competitive sports like gymnastics and athletics.
• perform dances involving advanced techniques and a range of styles and forms.
• take part in outdoor and adventurous pursuits that involve teamwork, trust and problem-solving.
• analyse their performance and strive to reach their personal best.
• take part in physical activities or competitive sports outside school.

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Here are the kinds of things your child might get up to in PE at school:

• Year 7 pupils design their own dance sequences using the floor and apparatus. They include six actions incorporating flight, rolls and balances. Later they must adapt their routines to incorporate a dance partner, using synchronisation or canon.  
• A Year 8 class has been working on developing basic attacking and defending strategies in outdoor games. They learn how to organise themselves as a defence, how to mark a player, and how to keep possession of the ball using basic strategies such as changing the speed and direction of an attack.  
• Pupils practise warming up for hurdles. They jog and sprint in bursts before trying to refine their arm actions, which can lead to their upper bodies twisting as they run over the hurdles.

Help your child at home

• Walk to and from school and whenever else possible.  
• Encourage moderately intensive activity for at least one hour every day (for example, four 15-minute periods) such as brisk walking, dance, games, swimming, cycling, active play or sport.  
• Get your child to choose activities that enhance and maintain muscular strength, flexibility and bone health at least twice a week, such as climbing, skipping, jumping or gymnastics.  
• Speak to your child about the importance of staying healthy and active.  
• Teach your child to be aware of dangers such as smoking, drinking, high blood pressure and stress.  
• Encourage a healthy diet daily with five fruit and vegetables in a variety of types and colours.

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Subject: Physical education

Age range: 11-14

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Group problem-solving activities, or team-building initiatives, provide an opportunity for group members to effectively communicate, cooperate and interact with each other to solve a problem that often has more than one ‘answer.’

These activities often stimulate significant growth for a group, especially if their  experience is processed upon completion. Group problem-solving exercises typically feature the following characteristics:

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PE and sports in schools

Information to help schools increase access to PE, physical activity and extra-curricular school sport, including examples of good practice.

Applies to England

Enhancing physical education provision and improving access to sport and physical activity in school

PDF , 375 KB , 42 pages

This document explains how schools can meet the:

• ambitions of the physical education ( PE ) national curriculum
• aims of the school sport and activity action plan
• Chief Medical Officers’ physical activity guidelines

It includes a variety of schools’ approaches to providing:

• a minimum 2 hours of PE per week
• equality of access to PE and extra-curricular school sport and competition

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