Grade Level: K-2
Describe the cues for throwing and catching. Give each student a ball, and have them practice safe catches in their personal space. Give students a challenge such as 10 catches in a row, and as they complete the challenge, assign them to a partner. Each set of partners then assume a new challenge, such as ten catches.
Acknowledges that some physical are challenging and difficult (S5.E2.K)
Throws underhand with opposite foot forward. (S1.E13.K)
Throws overhand, demonstrating 2 of the 5 critical elements of a mature pattern. (S1.E14.2)
Catches a soft object from a self-toss before it bounces. (S1.E16.1a)
Catches a self-tossed or well-thrown large ball with hands, not trapping or cradling against the body. (S1.E16.2)
Variations:
Catch after the ball bounces
Catch a ball after it hits the wall
