Minds On

Perfect aim!

Explore the following images.

What are the people in the images doing?

The people in these images are sending objects!

Can you think of other sports or activities where you send objects?

Press ‘Sending’ to reveal the meaning of this word.

Sending means throwing, kicking, striking, or volleying an object away from you.

Action

Sending in style

In this learning activity, we are going to be exploring how to send objects.

Before we get started, let’s do a safety check and a warmup!

Safety

Before you begin:

Warm Up

Warm up

Now it’s time for a warmup!

Explore the following warm up activities. Choose 3 of the activities to perform on your own!

A student marching in place.
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Slowly move one of your elbows up at the same time you bring your knee up.
  3. Do the same on the other side and keep switching sides.
  4. Count to 15 then stop.

A student hugging one of their knees with both arms.
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Bring one knee up as close as you can.
  3. Hug your knee with both of your arms.
  4. Repeat the same step for your other leg.
  5. Repeat this exercise 2 times on both legs.

  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Move your arms forward and hold your hands together (If you can, try and keep your thumbs down as you do this).
  3. Slowly try and move your body forward, try not to move your feet.
  4. Hold this stretch and count to 10.
  5. Repeat this stretch one more time.

  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Move both arms in front of your chest.
  3. Slowly kick one foot out then bring it back down.
  4. Repeat the same with your other leg.
  5. Repeat this stretch and count to 10 then stop.

A student with their arms in the air
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Slowly raise your arms up high.
  3. Count to 10 then bring your arms down.
  4. Repeat this stretch one more time.

A student with their hands on their hips
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Put your hands on your hips.
  3. Slowly turn your body to one side, hold and count to 5.
  4. Bring your body back to where you started.
  5. Slowly turn your body to the other side, hold and count to 5.
  6. Repeat these steps one more time.

Sending strategies

Today we are going to practise sending objects.

There are different ways we can send objects.

Let’s explore some of the ways to send objects.

Explore the following sending strategies and try them out yourself!

Always be sure to do your safety checks before completing an activity!

Let’s send objects using an underhand throw.

An underhand throw is when you move an object forward using a one-handed movement.

Underhand throw instructions

  1. Begin by sitting or standing.
  2. Pick your object and target.
  3. Get a good hold of your object.
  4. Position your body towards the target and focus.
  5. If standing, you can take a step forward with the opposite foot of your throwing arm.
  6. Move your throwing arm behind your back.
  7. Gently move your arm forward and release your object.
  8. Repeat this 5 times.

Remember you can take breaks.

Let’s send objects using an overhand throw.

An overhand throw is when you move an object forward using an overhand movement.

Overhand throw instructions

  1. Begin by sitting or standing.
  2. Pick your object and a target.
  3. Get a good hold of your object.
  4. Position your body towards the target and focus.
  5. If standing, you can take a step forward with the opposite foot of your throwing arm.
  6. Move your throwing arm behind your head.
  7. Gently move your arm forward and release your object.
  8. Repeat this 5 times.

Let’s send objects by striking with our feet.

Striking is when you send force to an object with your foot.

The object can be still in one place or it can be moving.

Striking instructions

  1. Begin by sitting or standing.
  2. Pick your object and a target.
  3. Place your object on the floor and get behind it.
  4. Position your body towards the target and focus.
  5. If you are sitting, gently kick the ball with your feet, moving it forward.
  6. If you are standing, move your kicking leg back then gently move it forwards to strike the object.
  7. You can use your arms to help balance.
  8. Repeat this 5 times.

Pause and Reflect

Pause and reflect

Let’s pause and reflect.

Answer the following questions using a method of your choice.

  • How did your body feel after all that movement?
  • How did you feel about sending objects in different ways?

Let’s play a game!

A student throwing a paper ball.

We are going to play a game!

In this game, you will be sending an object at a target in your space.

Make sure your object is light and easy to throw.

Always be sure to do your safety checks before completing an activity!

Here are some objects you could use:

  • ball
  • bean bag
  • rolled up sock
  • recycled scrunched up paper

You will be sending your object at a target. Here are some possible targets you could use:

  • basket
  • bucket
  • bin

Now that you have your object and target, let’s learn how to play the game!

Instructions

  • Place your target down in your spot.
  • Try and send your object to your target using:
    • one body part
    • a different body part
    • two body parts
  • Complete this 5 times. Try moving your target.

If possible, you can also take turns with a partner.

Reflecting on sending

How can we send objects safely?

Press ‘Tips’ to reveal some safety ideas.

You can send objects safely by:

  • facing forward
  • focusing on the object
  • thinking before you lift
  • getting comfortable in position
  • making sure you have a good hold of your object
  • knowing where your target is

What are some strategies you used to be successful when sending?

Are there any other strategies you used?

Cool Down

Cool down

Let’s cool down from all that sending.

Explore the following options. Complete three of these activities for your cool down.

A student shaking a body part.
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Gently shake one arm, the other arm, then both.
  3. Shake one leg, the other leg, then both.
  4. Gently shake your head, hips, and whole body.

A student with their arms extended. They are making circles with their arms.
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. March on the spot and raise your arms out to your shoulders.
  3. Slowly make circles going one way. Do this 5 times.
  4. Slowly make circles going the other way. Do this 5 times.

A student with their arms up, making circles with their arms.
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Marching on the spot, raise your arms in the air.
  3. Slowly make circles going one way, do this 5 times.
  4. Slowly make circles going the other way, do this 5 times.
  5. Try and make different shapes

A student with their arms in front of them. They are shaking their arms.
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Pretend to be a tree in a windstorm, your arms are the branches.
  3. The windstorm starts off strong blowing hard.
  4. The windstorm then begins to blow softer and calmer.

A student with their arms raised.
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Reach up using your arms and touch the sky. Count to 5.
  3. Slowly reach down and touch your toes. Count to 5.
  4. Repeat this one more time.

A student bending over to touch their toes
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Slowly move your body forward.
  3. Reach and touch your toes. Count to 5, then move your body back up.
  4. Try to touch your toes one foot at a time.

A student pretending to climb a ladder
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Pretend to climb a tall ladder.
  3. Slowly move your arms and legs up and down as if you were climbing a ladder to the sky.

A student taking deep breaths and giving themselves a hug.
  1. Start by standing or sitting.
  2. Slowly take a deep breath and breathe through your nose.
  3. Breathe out through your mouth.
  4. Repeat this 3 times.
  5. Take your arms and wrap them around your shoulders and give yourself a big hug.

Consolidation

Show what you know!

Let’s play a game!

Explore the following images of sports and activities.

Decide if the sport or activity involves sending an object.

Does the sport below show sending? Select ‘Yes’ or ‘No.’

Let’s begin!

Sensational sending!

Here are some final questions about sending:

  • Which option of sending did you like best?
  • What were some things that helped you send your object to the target?

Perform one way of sending that you did best and share what helped you be successful.

Always be sure to do your safety checks before completing an activity!

If possible, work with a partner.

You can record your ideas in the following fillable and printable Sensational Sending document. You can also record yourself or use another method of your choice.

Sensational Sending

Which option of sending did you like best?

What were some things that helped you send your object to the target?

Perform one way of sending that you did best.

What helped you when sending this way?
Sensational Sending

Press the Activity button to access Sensational Sending.

Activity (Open PDF in a new tab)

Reflection

How do you feel about what you have learned in this activity? Which of the next four sentences best matches how you are feeling about your learning? Press the button that is beside this sentence.

I feel…

Now, record your ideas about your feelings using a voice recorder, speech-to-text, or writing tool.