Lesson 2: Solve a Team Movement Mission
Thursday, December 17, 2026
1Stretching & Mobility5 min›
March and Shoulder Roll
30 seconds, then 8 rolls- Stand or sit tall with space around you.
- March or move arms gently for 30 seconds.
- Roll shoulders backward slowly; breathe normally.
Muscles/joints: Hip flexors, shoulders, ankles
Coaching cue: Easy rhythm and relaxed shoulders.
Modification: Seated marching or arm movements.
Supported Heel Raises
8 slow repetitions- Use a stable wall or chair if needed.
- Lift heels gently on level ground.
- Lower slowly, keeping knees comfortable.
Muscles/joints: Calves and ankle joints
Coaching cue: Control the rise and lower; do not bounce.
Modification: Seated heel lifts or comfortable ankle movement.
Side Steps and Gentle Hip Bend
6 steps each way, 5 shallow bends- Side-step slowly without crossing feet.
- Pause with feet comfortably apart.
- Bend hips and knees a little, then stand tall.
Muscles/joints: Glutes, quadriceps, hip joints
Coaching cue: Small comfortable range; knees follow toes.
Modification: Seated side reaches or supported shallow bends.
2WARM-UP RUN / JOG — 2–3 MINUTESRequired›
Mark a safe route
- Mark a loop with 4–6 cones around the field or blacktop (about 100–150 yards).
- Keep the route away from fences, poles, parked cars, and uneven ground.
- Stand where you can see the entire loop.
Starting & stopping
- Gather students at the start cone. Say: 'When I blow the whistle, jog at a talking pace.'
- One whistle = start; two whistles = slow to a walk and come back to the start cone.
- Use the countdown timer below so everyone finishes together.
Pacing
Students should jog at a 'talking pace' — they could still chat with a friend. This is not a race and never a punishment.
Safety
- Pass on the outside, call 'On your left.'
- Shoes tied before starting.
- Walk if you feel dizzy, have chest pain, or can't catch your breath — tell the teacher.
Alternatives
Students may brisk-walk, power-march, or do seated arm-pumping. Wheelchair users can roll the loop or do arm circuits.
Hydration
Water break immediately after the run. Remind students to drink before and after PE.
3Review & Mini-Lesson10 min›
Review questions
- What does a fair turn look like?
- Show one safe action from Play Fair and Include Everyone.
Vocabulary
- Cooperation
- Working together toward a shared goal.
- Plan
- Decide the steps before trying a task.
- Revise
- Change a plan after noticing what could work better.
What the Teacher Should Say
A team mission works best when everyone gets a voice. First listen, then choose a simple plan, try it, and talk about what helped. Today we will travel around cones and send a soft ball to each teammate. We do not carry friends, climb, or race. If a ball drops, stop safely and restart; mistakes tell us what to change. Each friend will lead one small part of the mission.
Step-by-step demonstration
- Model a short group discussion in which each person offers one idea.
- Show a walk-to-cone, stop, and ready-signal roll sequence.
- Model a calm revision after a ball misses the receiver.
Real-world examples
- Sharing turns lets more classmates contribute.
- Changing distance or equipment can make the same game more accessible.
Questions to ask students
- How did you listen to each teammate?
- What did your team change?
- How did that change improve safety or inclusion?
Visual resource
Extension
Draw or explain one cue from “Solve a Team Movement Mission” and show it safely without equipment.
4Group Activity: Team Mission: Plan, Try, Improve15–20 min›
Purpose: Listen to teammates and complete a simple movement-and-passing mission with shared turns.
Equipment
- Soft balls or beanbags
- Cones
- Role cards
- Optional planning sheet
Players
Whole class in pairs or small groups of 3–4
Space & setup
Each group of four has a wide ground-level route with four cones, one ball, and a clear sending lane; no obstacles to climb or people to lift.
Rules
- Stay at ground level; no lifting, tying, blindfolding, or balancing on teammates.
- Everyone completes a meaningful part and leads one decision.
- No racing or elimination; stop before collecting loose equipment.
Step-by-step
- Teacher demonstrates the task and checks readiness, clear space, and accessible options.
- Agree who starts and who receives first.
- Walk to a cone, stop, and roll to a ready teammate.
- Continue until each teammate has traveled and received.
- Share one kind suggestion, change one step, and repeat.
- Pause for water and one coaching cue; repeat a short round if comfortable.
- Teacher checks each student individually using the assessment cue before cooldown.
Teacher demonstration
Model a short group discussion in which each person offers one idea. Show a walk-to-cone, stop, and ready-signal roll sequence. Model a calm revision after a ball misses the receiver.
Safety
- Use level, nonslip ground and clear boundaries; follow each student’s health plan.
- Choose comfortable effort, allow water and rest, and report pain, dizziness, or unusual breathing difficulty immediately.
- No elevated balance tasks, blindfolds, pushing, or lifting classmates.
Modifications
Provide picture sequences, shorter accessible routes, seated roles with real sending tasks, partner support, or a teacher-supplied plan.
Advanced challenge
Explain one cue to a partner, then repeat with improved control; do not add speed.
Assessment
Ask each student to explain their contribution and one revision; observe shared roles and respectful communication.
5Supervised Free Play & Cooldown20–30 min›
Activity choices
Expectations
- Stay inside the coned boundary.
- Take turns and share equipment.
- Include anyone who wants to join.
- Teacher circulates and keeps eyes on all groups.
- Water available throughout.
Cooldown
- Walk or roll slowly for 2 minutes until breathing feels comfortable.
- Gentle supported calf stretch: 15–20 seconds per side; no bouncing.
- Gentle cross-body shoulder stretch: 15 seconds each arm.
- Take three relaxed breaths and drink water.