Striking
What to look for: Striking with Hand or with Implement
Visually focuses on/tracks object
Uses open palm, closed fist, or implement (paddle/bat/racquet) to strike ball
Body orientation is appropriate for striking activity (ex. sideways to batting tee).
Arm motion is appropriate for striking activity
Hand/implement makes contact with target object
Games/Activities for Practice:
Baseball, striking off a tee or off a pitch
Set balls on cones or something similar and have student hit ball off cone with bat/paddle/racquet, etc.
Blow up balloon and have student hit balloon with implement.
Bounce ball and have student try and hit ball after bouncing with implement.
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Striking with Hand
Striking with Hand
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Striking with Implement
Striking with Implement
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Strike ball off Tee
Strike ball off Tee