KS1 · Physical education · Year 2
Dodging in simple games
Locomotion: running, jumping and dodging
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Your learning goal
I can dodge effectively at the right time to avoid defenders in games.
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Dodging in simple games: slides adapted from the imported teaching text; recall questions created from its keywords, learning points and common mistakes. Self-check practice, with no automatic grading or XP. Answers stay on this page and are cleared when you leave.
What you’ll learn
I can dodge effectively at the right time to avoid defenders in games.
Key learning points
- Move: dodging effectively using the correct technique is important when trying to stay away from defenders.
- Think: dodging successfully to avoid members of the other team is important to be able to keep possession.
- Feel: self-belief enables us to strive to be able to dodge effectively and avoid the defenders.
- Connect: playing fairly and consistently in a game demonstrates an understanding of the importance of fairness.
Words to know
- dodging
- to avoid something by moving quickly aside or changing direction
- defenders
- individuals who are trying to stop the attackers from scoring by tagging them
- avoid
- staying away and trying not to go near something
Common mistakes
Pupils might think they need to perform a dodge as soon as they see a defender.
Performing a dodge too early gives the defender time to react and move with you (shadow you). Performing a dodge too late means you don't have space to use the best technique for your dodge. The right timing will help you avoid the defender.
For parents, carers and teachers
- Learning the right time to perform a dodge takes lots of practice and experience. Praising pupils for great timing during a game will help them to develop a sense of timing. Watching others and saying "Now" as they make their dodge can also help.