Being Inquirers, Risk Takers, and Communicators

Grade 5 students were playing small sided games today in PE.

Learners were divided into five of groups of 4 players and played various handball games with modified rules that they agreed upon.

While two games were running at the time in two different courts one team was in charge of timing and observing the players in the different teams. After a couple of minutes of playing they swap so they all got time to play and observe each other and therefore learn by practicing and watching others.

They looked at the fundamental movements that players were using to create space in the small sided games as well as different techniques used to keep and regain the possession of the ball.

Before each game, teams talked about what strategy they would use to attack the other team, and what they would do when they had to defend.

Throughout their practice and observation of other teams students are starting to get a better understanding of how to play different invasion games.

We talked about the importance of being inquirers and to have enthusiasm to learn independently and with others.

Learners said that they would be risk takers by creating spaces to receive the ball and by trying new strategies out to support their teams during the games. This is not always easy when you don't have developed the skills yet. That's why it's so important to be positive about it and give it a try!

As we reflected on the games, students mentioned the importance of being communicators to support their teams, collaborate, and listen to others.