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1.2 Volleyball - The Underarm Service

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify the underarm service in Volleyball.
-Demonstrate interest in learning Volleyball skills.

-Look at pictures of underarm service in Volleyball.
-Discuss the position of the ball, hands, and legs as shown in the picture.
-Watch a video clip showing how to perform an underarm service.

How is the game of volleyball played?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 39-40
-Pictures of underarm service
-Video clips of Volleyball games
-Digital devices for watching videos
-Volleyball court diagram

-Observation -Oral questions -Self-assessment

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1.2 Volleyball - Underarm Service Observation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Observe the underarm service during a Volleyball game.
-Demonstrate the underarm service as observed.
-Appreciate the importance of observation in learning sports skills.

-Watch a Volleyball game guided by the teacher.
-Observe the players as they play.
-Identify underarm service during the game.
-Demonstrate how underarm service is performed.

What safety measures should be observed when playing Volleyball?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 40-41
-Volleyball court
-Volleyballs
-Video recording device
-Safety equipment
-First aid kit

-Observation -Demonstration -Peer assessment

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1.2 Volleyball - Safety Measures
1.2 Volleyball - Stance for Underarm Service

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify safety measures in Volleyball.
-Explain the importance of safety measures.
-Show concern for safety while playing Volleyball.

-Discuss safety measures to be observed when playing Volleyball (proper uniform, flat ground, knee pads, eye on ball, calling out).
-Demonstrate applying safety measures during play.
-Practice safety protocols during game situations.

Why is safety important in Volleyball?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 41
-Safety equipment (knee pads)
-Sports uniform
-Volleyball
-Volleyball net
-First aid kit
-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 41-42
-Demonstration area
-Volleyballs
-Position markers
-Charts showing correct stance
-Whistle

-Observation -Oral questioning -Written test on safety measures

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1.2 Volleyball - Grip and Ball Positioning

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Demonstrate the correct grip for underarm service.
-Position the ball correctly before service.
-Show commitment to mastering grip techniques.

-Hold the ball in non-serving hand.
-Extend the non-serving hand in front at waist level.
-Form a fist with serving hand or have an open palm.
-Practice the grip and ball positioning in pairs.

How does grip affect the quality of the underarm service?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 42
-Volleyballs
-Demonstration area
-Charts showing correct grip
-Pictures of grip positions

-Observation -Demonstration -Skills checklist

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1.2 Volleyball - Execution of Underarm Service

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Execute the underarm service with proper technique.
-Coordinate the serving motion correctly.
-Develop confidence in service execution.

-Draw the serving arm back and keep it straight.
-Swing the arm forward.
-Shift body weight from back foot to front foot.
-Toss the ball.
-Hit the ball with the heel of the hand or fist.

How can energy be transferred effectively during service execution?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 42
-Volleyballs
-Volleyball court
-Whistle
-Demonstration charts
-Skill progression cards

-Observation -Skills assessment -Peer feedback

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1.2 Volleyball - Follow-through

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Demonstrate proper follow-through after service.
-Explain the importance of follow-through.
-Appreciate the role of follow-through in service effectiveness.

-Continue moving the arm in the direction of the hit ball.
-Practice follow-through to complete the service motion.
-Analyze how follow-through affects ball direction and speed.

Why is follow-through important in underarm service?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 42-43
-Volleyballs
-Demonstration area
-Video clips showing follow-through
-Feedback charts

-Observation -Skills assessment -Self-evaluation

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1.2 Volleyball - Practicing Underarm Service

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Practice the underarm service in a group setting.
-Give and receive feedback on service technique.
-Show persistence in improving service skills.

-Form groups and make lines.
-One learner acts as ball feeder.
-Others serve back using underarm service.
-Move to back of line after serving.
-Continue practicing the service.

How can practice improve service accuracy?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 43
-Volleyballs
-Volleyball court
-Whistle
-Ball collectors
-Feedback forms

-Observation -Peer assessment -Skills progression checklist

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1.2 Volleyball - Target Practice
1.2 Volleyball - Service Practice in Game Situation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Aim the underarm service at a specific target.
-Improve service accuracy through practice.
-Value precision in Volleyball skills.

-Place cartons at corners of back line on one side of court.
-Line up on opposite side.
-Serve the ball aiming to hit directly into the carton.
-Practice stance, toss and underarm service.
-Give honest feedback to each other.

How can accuracy be improved in underarm service?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 43
-Volleyballs
-Cartons for targets
-Volleyball court
-Accuracy record sheets
-Whistle
-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 43-44
-Volleyball net
-Score sheets

-Target hitting accuracy -Observation -Peer feedback

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1.2 Volleyball - Single Hand Dig Pass

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify the single hand dig pass in Volleyball.
-Describe the position of hands and legs during a dig pass.
-Show interest in learning the dig pass technique.

-Study a picture of single hand dig pass.
-Discuss what the learner is doing in the picture.
-Analyze the position of the hands and legs.
-Watch a video clip showing how to perform a single hand dig pass.

How is the single hand dig pass executed in Volleyball?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 44
-Pictures of single hand dig pass
-Video clips of dig pass techniques
-Digital devices
-Demonstration area

-Observation -Oral questioning -Video analysis

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1.2 Volleyball - Types of Dig Passes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Differentiate between single hand and double hand dig passes.
-Explain when to use a single hand dig pass.
-Appreciate the versatility of different dig pass techniques.

-Learn about dig pass as a technique for making passes and defenses.
-Understand that dig pass can be either single hand or double hand.
-Compare single hand dig pass (performed using one hand) with double hand dig pass (performed using both hands).
-Identify when to use single hand dig pass.

When would you use a single hand dig pass versus a double hand dig pass?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 44-45
-Charts comparing dig passes
-Video clips of different passes
-Volleyballs
-Demonstration area

-Comparison charts -Oral questioning -Written assessment

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1.2 Volleyball - Observing Dig Pass in Games

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify single hand dig pass during a Volleyball game.
-Explain instances when single hand dig pass is used.
-Value observation as a learning tool.

-Watch a game of Volleyball in school.
-Observe as the players play the game.
-Identify single hand dig pass during the game.
-Explain instances when the single hand dig pass was performed.

What situations in a game require a single hand dig pass?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 45
-Volleyball court
-Volleyball players
-Video recording of games
-Observation sheets

-Observation records -Game analysis -Oral presentation

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1.2 Volleyball - Executing Single Hand Dig Pass

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Demonstrate the body position for single hand dig pass.
-Position the arms correctly for the dig.
-Show confidence in attempting the skill.

-Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
-Bend the trunk, keeping the back straight.
-Keep eyes on the ball.
-Stretch one arm out to reach for the ball.
-Practice the body position in pairs.

How does body positioning affect the effectiveness of a dig pass?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 45
-Volleyballs
-Demonstration area
-Position markers
-Charts showing correct positioning

-Demonstration assessment -Peer feedback -Position checklist

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1.2 Volleyball - Practicing Single Hand Dig Pass
1.2 Volleyball - Continuous Dig Practice

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Perform the single hand dig pass with a partner.
-Execute the throw and dig action correctly.
-Provide constructive feedback to peers.

-In pairs, perform the single hand dig pass by a throw and dig action.
-One throws the ball, the other digs it upwards.
-Catch and throw back for partner to dig.
-Correct each other's performance.
-Practice many times until correct execution.

How can partners help improve each other's dig pass technique?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 45-46
-Volleyballs
-Practice area
-Feedback forms
-Demonstration charts
-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 46
-Counting sheets
-Stopwatch
-Record cards

-Partner assessment -Skill execution checklist -Teacher observation

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1.2 Volleyball - Dig on the Run

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Perform a dig pass while moving.
-Coordinate movement with digging action.
-Appreciate the dynamic nature of Volleyball skills.

-Form groups and make lines.
-One learner holds a volleyball about 5m away from the line.
-Ball carrier throws to first learner who digs and catches.
-New ball carrier moves to front to throw, previous moves to back of line.
-Continue until all participate in throwing and digging.

How does movement affect the execution of a dig pass?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 46
-Volleyballs
-Practice area
-Markers for positions
-Whistle
-Movement patterns chart

-Movement coordination assessment -Group observation -Skill execution checklist

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1.2 Volleyball - Mini Game Introduction

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Apply underarm service and dig pass in a mini game.
-Follow basic Volleyball rules.
-Show teamwork during play.

-Form teams of 6 players each.
-Play a mini Volleyball game.
-Focus on using underarm service to start play.
-Use single hand dig pass during the game.
-Follow basic Volleyball rules.

How are underarm service and dig pass applied in a game?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 46-47
-Volleyball court
-Volleyballs
-Volleyball net
-Whistle
-Score sheets
-Rule book

-Game situation assessment -Team cooperation -Skill application evaluation

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1.2 Volleyball - Mini Game Rules

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Apply special rules for practicing dig passes.
-Explain boundaries and scoring in Volleyball.
-Respect rules and officials during play.

-Allow each team up to 5 single hand digs to return the ball over the net.
-Learn that balls on boundary lines are "in bounds".
-Understand players should not hit the ball twice in succession.
-Avoid touching the net during play.
-Learn scoring system.

Why are rules important in sports?

-MENTOR Creative Arts Grade 6 Learner's Book Page 47
-Volleyball rules poster
-Boundary markers
-Volleyball court
-Whistle
-Score cards

-Rules knowledge test -Game observation -Sportsmanship assessment