Striking Unit
Students have been developing their striking skills during Physical Education! Throughout this unit, students progressed from striking objects with their hands to using short-handled implements such as paddles and tennis rackets.
Students practiced using a variety of equipment, different sized balls and bean bags. This helped students improve their coordination, control, and confidence. It’s been great to see their growth as they learned how to make contact, control direction, and improve accuracy in a fun and active way!
Straddle Ball– Striking the ball with your hands, trying to get the ball to go through the legs of other students.
Hula Hoop Target
Gaga Ball – striking the ball with your hand. Trying to get it to touch another students foot/leg.
4 Square – striking a ball in another students square. The ball could only bounce once in your square.
Ball and bean bag control using a tennis racket and paddle
Self Assessment
Safety:
Hug the paddle or racket, when listening to directions.
Tennis Racket Switch
Target practice over the net into hula hoops
Practice at Home
- Balloon Tap-Up: Use hands or a paddle to keep a balloon in the air as long as possible
- Wall Strike: Gently strike a soft ball against a wall and try to control the rebound
- Target Practice: Set up targets (laundry baskets, cones, or boxes) and aim using a paddle or racket
- Partner Rally: Use a balloon, beach ball, or soft ball to rally back and forth with a family member
Upcoming Events
⚾ PS 896 Community Baseball Night
Friday, May 22 @ 5:30pm
$13 per ticket
Join us for a fun evening at a Brooklyn Cyclones ballgame!
Field Day
A day full of fun, movement, and school spirit!
- Upper School: Thursday, May 28
- Lower School: Monday, June 1
