- Class: Primary 2
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 5
- Age: 7 years
- Period:
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Date:
- Subject: Basic Science Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Physical and Health Education
- Topic: Basic Skills in Swimming
- Content: Basic Skills in Swimming
Specific Objectives:
- Cognitive Domain: Pupils should be able to list two basic skills in swimming.
- Affective Domain: Pupils should show enjoyment and willingness to participate in swimming activities.
- Psychomotor Domain: Pupils should be able to demonstrate the basic arm and leg movements used in swimming.
- Social Domain: Pupils should be able to work together in pairs to practice swimming movements.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Swimming 101: The four strokes | NBC Olympics
- Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures and videos of swimming techniques
- Swimming pool or safe water body model
- Flashcards with swimming vocabulary
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding basic swimming skills is crucial for safety and can be a foundation for lifelong physical activity. Swimming enhances coordination, balance, and fitness, and is a valuable skill that can save lives.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are assumed to have basic understanding of water safety and familiarity with water play.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Basic Skills in Swimming
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupil’s Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 min | Lecture | Interactive discussion | Explain the importance of swimming skills | Listen and respond to questions | Swimming is an essential skill |
| Step 2: Demonstrate Skills | 5 min | Demonstration | Visual learning | Show videos of basic swimming techniques | Observe and identify movements | Visual recognition of movements |
| Step 3: Practice Arm Movements | 5 min | Practical | Hands-on | Guide pupils through arm stroke practices | Practice arm strokes in pairs | Enhancing motor skills |
| Step 4: Practice Leg Movements | 5 min | Practical | Hands-on | Guide pupils through leg kick practices | Practice leg kicks in pairs | Coordination and balance |
| Step 5: Review and Question | 5 min | Review | Question and Answer | Recap the lesson and clarify doubts | Ask and answer questions about what they learned | Reinforcement of learned concepts |
| Note taking | 5 min | Writing | Note copying | Provide key notes for the pupils to copy | Write down key points | Copy the notes into their notebook |
| Evaluation | 5 min | Quiz | Individual assessment | Pose questions to assess understanding | Answer questions about swimming skills | Assess knowledge retention |
| Conclusion | 5 min | Summary | Summarize key points | Summarize the day’s learning | Listen and internalize | Summary of the lesson |
Classroom Note:
Basic Skills in Swimming
Swimming involves various skills to stay above and move in water, these skills includes:
- Breaststroke: This skill involves moving your arms in a circular motion while kicking your legs like a frog.
- Butterfly Stroke: In this skill, the swimmer moves both arms together in a windmill motion while performing a dolphin-like kick with their legs.
- Backstroke: The swimmer lies on their back and moves their arms in a windmill motion while flutter kicking their legs.
- Freestyle (Front Crawl): In this skill, swimmers alternate their arms in an overhead motion while kicking their legs up and down.
- Dog Paddle: This skill requires the swimmer to keep their head above water and paddle their hands and feet like a dog swimming.
Evaluation Questions:
- What are the two basic swimming skills we learned today?
- Why is it important to practice swimming skills?
Note to Teachers:
Feel free to incorporate additional resources such as real swimming equipment or invite a swimming coach for demonstrations if possible. Adjust the physical activities according to the available space and ensure all safety measures are adhered to.
