Two Pass
Matt LeMaster
Title:
Two Pass
Materials Needed:
Different size balls, cones for general space boundaries
Organizational Pattern:
Each student will have a partner.
Purpose of Activity:
To help students practice catching and throwing skills in a dynamic setting. Students have already learned the basics of catching and throwing.
Suggested Grade Level:
4th/5th
Description of Activity/Task
Spread many balls of different sizes around the gym or outdoor area. Each student has a partner, and the object is to pick up any ball, complete 2 passes with the partner, set the ball down, and move to another ball. To make this more challenging set a number for them to try to reach or you could set a time limit.
Modifications:
- Play as a Team
- Two teams on either side of the line. On the signal "Go", players pick up balls, complete 2 passes, and roll the ball to the other side. The object is to get rid of the balls on your side.
Safety Tips:
- Don't let kids swing a bat near other people in the area. You may want to have a rope around the hitting area to designate--OFF LIMITS till your batting.
- Have fun.