This particular section is from a whole lesson co-taught between another classmate and I for an in-class practice lesson (ESTH-476). Our main objective was to incorporate the four categories to a basic physical education lesson (introduction, physical fitness, the lesson, and a closing activity) but the added objective of incorporating two cooperative relays. For our introduction activity, I introduced the Hungry, Hungry Hippo relay. We split the whole group into four teams and instructed them to stand behind their cone. I then brought all students to attention while I modeled what they were going to do; When I said "go," they were to, one by one, run to the center hoop to grab one ball and then run back, high-fiving the next teammate. I modeled relay part of the activity alongside one volunteered student. While the students participated, I encouraged the other teammates to cheer on their runner.
For elementary physical education, it is encouraged to regularly use cooperative activities, such as relays, to ensure student participation and positive outcomes. This activity also included motor skill development as shown with running, picking up a ball, and holding a ball. If I wanted to include other motions such as hopping, skipping, or even bear crawl, this activity could accommodate to those as well. All in all, this activity covered all bases which are found in successful elementary physical education activities while also promoting teamwork.
The most successful physical education activities are not elaborate activites which tire students out completely. Most of my students were excited for the following three activities we had planned for them since the Hungry, Hungry Hippo activity was just the introduction (warm-up). I did have to use my loud voice, which was difficult in a loud, echoing gym with two other groups. However, I know this can be the case in schools, especially during a rainy day. I definitely want to incorporate other motions instead of just running the next time around.