WEEK: WEEK 1
Physical and Health Education
TOPIC: MARTIAL ARTS
SUBTOPIC: MEANING AND TYPES OF MARTIAL ARTS
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
1. Define martial arts
ii. List the types of martial arts.
iii. List the importance of martial arts.
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS: Video display of martial arts
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: A chart showing the types of martial arts.
BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in
their previous classes.
CONTENT
MEANING OF MARTIAL ARTS.
Martial arts are codified systems and traditions of combat practiced for a number of reasons such as
self-defense; military and law enforcement applications; competition; physical, mental and spiritual
development; and entertainment or the preservation of a nation's intangible cultural [Link] term
martial arts refers to all of the various systems of training for combat that have been arranged or
systematized.
TYPES OF MARTIAL ARTS
1. Karate.
2. Jujitsu
3. Aikido.
4. Judo
5. Kung fu
6. Capoeira
7. Krav maga
8. Tae kwon do
9. Tai chi
IMPORTANCE OF MARTIAL ARTS
1. Self defense
2. Confidence
3. Focus and awareness
4. Make new friends
5. Reduces stress
6. Health
7. Improves character
STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES
STEP1: Teacher revises the previous topic
STEP 11: Teacher introduces the topic.
STEP III: Teacher explains the new topic
STEP IV: Teacher welcomes pupils questions.
STEPV: Teacher evaluates the pupils.
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION
1. Define martial arts
2. List the types of martial arts.
WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)
Teacher goes over the topic once again for better understanding.
ASSIGNMENT
Explain the following:
Tekwando
Karate
2. State five importance of martial arts
WEEK: WEEK 2
TOPIC: WRESTLING
SUBTOPIC: HISTORY OF WRESTLING.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
1. Define wrestling.
[Link] the history of wrestling
3. List the types and importance of wrestling.
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: A chart showing the types of wrestling
BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in
their previous classes.
CONTENT
MEANING OF WRESTLING
the sport or activity of grappling with an opponent and trying to throw or hold them down on the
ground, typically according to a code of [Link] is a general term for a combat sport between
two competitors involving grappling type techniques. The main objective in most forms of wrestling is to
pin down the opponent's shoulders on to the mat.
HISTORY OF WRESTLING
The modern history of wrestling begins with a rise of popularity in the 19th century, which led to the
development of the modern sports of Greco-Roman wrestling on the European continent and of
freestyle wrestling and collegiate wrestling in Great Britain and the United States, respectively. These
sports enjoyed enormous popularity at the turning of the 20th century. In the 1920s, show wrestling as
a form of sports entertainment, now known as professional wrestling, separated from competitive sport
wrestling, now known as amateur [Link] is one of the oldest forms of combat, referenced
in the Iliad and depicted in 15,000-year-old cave drawings in France. Early Egyptian and Babylonian
reliefs show moves still used today.
Always popular in ancient Greece, wrestling held a prominent place in the Olympic Games. It was
developed by ancient Greeks as a way to train soldiers in hand-to-hand combat. After defeating the
Greeks, the Roman Empire borrowed from Greek wrestling but eliminated much of the brutality. The
Greeks feared the true history of the sport would be lost, and so Greco-Roman wrestling was born.
IMPORTANCE OF WRESTLING
1. Wrestling develops basic athletic skills
2. Wrestling develops personal responsibility
3. Wrestling develops mental toughness
4. Wrestling teaches about nutrition and weight maintenance
5. Wrestling brings kids together and builds a strong camaraderie
6. Wrestling develops discipline
7. Wrestling brings different cultures and countries together
8. Wrestling teaches an individual how to focus on something and master it
9. Wrestling provides opportunities to further education
10. Wrestling is fun
STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES
STEP1: Teacher revises the previous topic
.STEP 11: Teacher introduces the topic.
STEP III: Teacher explains the new topic
STEP IV: Teacher welcomes pupils questions.
STEPV: Teacher evaluates the pupils.
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION
1. Define wrestling.
[Link] the history of wrestling
3. List the types and importance of wrestling.
WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)
Teacher goes over the topic once again for better understanding.
ASSIGNMENT
List 5 importance of wrestling.
WEEK; WEEK 3
Class: Primary 3
Topic: Swimming
Sub-topic: Introduction to Swimming
Duration: 40 Minutes
Learning Objectives: By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
1. Define swimming.
2. State the importance of swimming.
3. Identify basic swimming equipment.
4. Demonstrate simple water safety tips.
Instructional Materials:Pictures of swimmers,swimming goggles, kickboard, floaters and chart showing
swimming pool safety rules
CONTENT:
Meaning of Swimming:
Swimming is the act of moving through water using your arms and legs. It is a fun and healthy way to
exercise.
Types of Swimming Strokes
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Importance of Swimming:
It helps to keep the body fit and strong.
It teaches how to survive in water.
It is useful in emergencies like flooding.
It is a fun and relaxing activity.
Basic Swimming Equipment:
[Link] protect the eyes from water.
2. Swimsuit proper clothing for swimming.
3. Kickboard helps beginners stay afloat.
[Link] provide support and help with balance.
Safety Water Tips:
1. Always swim with an adult or lifeguard present.
2. Do not run around the pool.
3. Avoid deep water if you are not trained.
4. Follow all pool rules and instructions.
EVALUATION:
1. What is swimming?
2. Mention two importance of swimming.
3. Name two swimming equipment.
4. Mention two safety tips in swimming.
ASSIGNMENT
1. Write 3 importance of swimming
2. Give 3 safety swimming tips
