• Participate in team games, developing simple tactics for attacking and defending.
• Physical Education, Key Stage 2
• Use running, jumping, throwing and catching in isolation and in combination.
• Physical Education, Key Stage 2
• Play competitive games, modified where appropriate (e.g. badminton, basketball, cricket, football, hockey, netball and rounders) and apply basic principles suitable for attacking and defending.
• Physical Education, Key Stage 2
• Develop flexibility, strength, technique, control and balance (for example, through athletics and gymnastics).
• A set of three multicoloured, soft felt balls designed for various sporting activities.
• Designed for young children, these size four soft felt balls are perfect for developing early sports skills in physical education.
• These playground balls are not only durable and soft, but also align with several Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 curriculum objectives, promoting active participation in team sports. They encourage children to develop tactics for attacking and defending, improving their strategic thinking in sports like football, basketball, and netball.
• Moreover, these versatile balls support the development of essential motor skills such as running, jumping, and catching, fostering physical health and coordination. The varied colours and designs also help in keeping the children engaged and entertained during physical education classes.
In terms of curriculum support, these balls help in raising the profile of physical education within the school. By enabling a broad range of physical activities, they encourage regular participation in physical activity, which is crucial for the health and well-being of all pupils.