Free 3rd Grade Football Comprehensionn Lesson Plan (Reading)

Topic: Football Comprehension

Objectives & Outcomes

• Children will be able to understand how playing football is good for their health and well-being.

Materials

• Football
• Football uniforms (optional)
• Football equipment (optional)
• Pen and paper for each child

Warm-up

• Have the children do some light stretching to get their bodies and minds ready for learning.
• Ask the children if they play any sports or if they know anyone who plays sports.
• Ask the children what they like about playing sports.
• Write their answers on the board or on a piece of paper.

Direct Instruction

• Show the children pictures of different types of sports equipment, such as a baseball bat, tennis racket, hockey stick, and football.
• Ask the children to identify each piece of equipment and explain how it is used.
• Ask the children if they know what sport each piece of equipment is used for.
• If necessary, provide a brief explanation of each sport.
• Explain how playing sports helps us stay healthy and fit by building muscle, improving our coordination and balance, and increasing our heart rate.

Guided Practice

• Have the children work in pairs or small groups to draw or make a model of a sport equipment using construction paper or other craft materials.
• As the children work, circulate around the room and offer guidance and assistance as needed.

Independent Practice

• Ask the children to choose a sport other than football that they are familiar with.
• Have them research the rules and customs of the sport, and then create a short presentation (e.g. a PowerPoint or poster) on how the sport helps them stay fit and healthy.

Closure

• End by asking the children to share one way they can stay fit and healthy at home or at school.
• Remind them of the importance of regular exercise and a balanced diet in maintaining their overall health.

Assessment

• Observe the children during the lesson and make note of their participation and understanding of the material.
• Collect and review their booklets to assess their understanding of the material and their ability to draw and write about healthy eating and exercise habits.