ALEX Classroom Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (4) 12 :

4-1.12) Pass and receive a ball with a moving partner, using both feet and demonstrating control of ball and body at varying speeds.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (4) 13 :

4-1.13) Demonstrate kicking skills using correct form with.

•   A ball at a target for accuracy from varying distances.

•   A dropped ball/ object, making contact with shoelaces.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (4) 18 :

4-2.1) Understand the concepts of open and closed spaces in small group activities while moving or traveling.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting, redirection and/or modeling; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (5) 12 :

5-1.12) Apply passing and receiving with either foot in partner and small group activities, using correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (5) 13 :

5-1.13) Demonstrate correct form in kicking and punting in partner and small-group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (5) 18 :

5-2.1) Understand and apply spatial awareness skills in a game setting.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting, redirection and/or modeling; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (6) 4 :

6-1.4) Pass and receive in a stationary position, using hands and feet with proficiency.

Examples: passes in games of basketball, flag football, speedball, team handball, or soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use a larger ball or slightly deflated ball.

[PE] (6) 5 :

6-1.5) Utilize a variety of offensive skills to create open space during practice tasks without defensive pressure.

Examples: pivots, fakes, give and go, jab steps, hitting to an open space

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

[PE] (6) 7 :

6-1.7) Shoot on a goal with accuracy and power in a stationary environment as appropriate to the activity.

Examples: hockey (floor, field, ice), lacrosse, basketball, soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

[PE] (6) 10 :

6-1.10) Strike with proper form in a stationary environment for a variety of games.

Examples: overhead volley in tennis, pass in volleyball, drive/putt in golf, pass in soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement.

[PE] (6) 15 :

6-2.4) Identify offensive and defensive tactics to create or reduce open space in a variety of activities.

Examples: running in various directions or paces, reducing the angle in the space

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

[PE] (6) 17 :

6-2.6) Identify the skills or strategies necessary to score.

Examples: open spaces, spreading the field, passing to create space

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

[PE] (6) 19 :

6-2.8) Vary application of movement concepts during physical activity.

Examples: force, time, space flow

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

[PE] (7) 4 :

7-1.4) Pass and receive using hands and feet in combination with locomotor patterns, change of direction, and/or speed, with proficiency.

Examples: passing and receiving while moving in basketball, ultimate Frisbee, speedball, soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use a larger ball or slightly deflated ball.

[PE] (7) 5 :

7-1.5) Perform a variety of offensive skills with defensive pressure.

Examples: pivots, fakes, give and go, jab steps, hitting to an open space

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

[PE] (7) 7 :

7-1.7) Shoot on a goal with accuracy and power in a dynamic environment as appropriate to the activity.

Examples: hockey (floor, field, ice), lacrosse, basketball, soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

[PE] (7) 10 :

7-1.10) Strike with proper form in a dynamic environment for a variety of games.

Examples: overhead volley in tennis, pass in volleyball, drive/putt in golf, pass in soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement.

[PE] (7) 15 :

7-2.4) Execute a variety of offensive and defensive tactics to create open space.

Examples: move to open space without the ball, use a variety of passes, pivots, and fakes; give and go.

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

[PE] (8) 5 :

8-1.5) Execute a variety of offensive skills during modified game play.

Examples: pivots, fakes, give and go, jab steps, hitting to an open space

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

[PE] (8) 7 :

8-1.7) Shoot on a goal with accuracy and power in modified game play.

Examples: hockey (floor, field, ice), lacrosse, basketball, soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Peer assistance; verbal cues; modeling

[PE] (8) 10 :

8-1.10) Strike with proper form in modified game play.

Examples: overhead volley in tennis, pass in volleyball, drive/putt in golf, pass in soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement.

[PE] (8) 15 :

8-2.4) Open and close space during modified game play by combining locomotor movements with movement concepts.

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

This is a large collection of soccer lead-up activities that can be used when teaching the skills of dribbling with the feet, passing/trapping, shooting, space awareness, and kicking. 

This resouce includes a description of the activity and also an informative video. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (0) 12 :

K-1.12) Attempt to pass and trap a slow-moving ball.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (0) 13 :

K-1.13) Kick a stationary ball, planting foot and making contact with shoelaces.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (1) 12 :

1-1.12) Pass and trap a moving ball in a static environment, demonstrating correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (1) 13 :

1-1.13) Approach a stationary ball, make contact below center line, and kick it forward.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (2) 12 :

2-1.12) Pass and trap a ball with accuracy to a partner, using varying force and distance.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (2) 13 :

2-1.13) Demonstrate kicking skills by:

•   Using a running approach towards a stationary ball with correct form.

•   Attempting to make contact with a moving ball.

•   Attempting to kick a dropped ball/object, making contact with shoelaces.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (3) 13 :

3-1.13) Demonstrate a continuous running approach to kick a ball along the ground and in the air.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (4) 13 :

4-1.13) Demonstrate kicking skills using correct form with.

•   A ball at a target for accuracy from varying distances.

•   A dropped ball/ object, making contact with shoelaces.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (5) 13 :

5-1.13) Demonstrate correct form in kicking and punting in partner and small-group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

This learning activity focuses on kicking with power and accuracy. The objective of the game is to kick the ball and knock over the other team's targets. While doing so, students will also be defending their targets by trapping the ball. This game is formatted to be played competitively (team against team), but teachers could modify this game to be a continuous format by having students be responsible to reset the targets. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (3) 11 :

3-1.11) Dribble with alternating feet, demonstrating control of ball and body at varying speeds.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (4) 11 :

4-1.11) Dribble with the feet in general space with control of ball and body in a dynamic setting.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (4) 12 :

4-1.12) Pass and receive a ball with a moving partner, using both feet and demonstrating control of ball and body at varying speeds.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (4) 13 :

4-1.13) Demonstrate kicking skills using correct form with.

•   A ball at a target for accuracy from varying distances.

•   A dropped ball/ object, making contact with shoelaces.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (5) 11 :

5-1.11) Apply foot dribbling in individual, partner, and small group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (5) 12 :

5-1.12) Apply passing and receiving with either foot in partner and small group activities, using correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (5) 13 :

5-1.13) Demonstrate correct form in kicking and punting in partner and small-group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

Lesson Focus: to sustain a high level of cardiovascular activity while scoring on and defending the goal during a modified soccer game. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (0) 11 :

K-1.11) Tap a ball forward, using inside of foot.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (0) 12 :

K-1.12) Attempt to pass and trap a slow-moving ball.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (0) 13 :

K-1.13) Kick a stationary ball, planting foot and making contact with shoelaces.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (1) 11 :

1-1.11) Walk while tapping a ball, using alternating feet.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (1) 12 :

1-1.12) Pass and trap a moving ball in a static environment, demonstrating correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (2) 11 :

2-1.11) Dribble with alternating feet, demonstrating control of ball and body.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (2) 12 :

2-1.12) Pass and trap a ball with accuracy to a partner, using varying force and distance.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (3) 10 :

3-1.10) Dribble and travel continuously in general space at varying speeds, demonstrating control of ball and body.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (3) 11 :

3-1.11) Dribble with alternating feet, demonstrating control of ball and body at varying speeds.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (3) 12 :

3-1.12) Pass and receive a ball with a stationary partner, using the outsides and insides of the feet to and absorbing force on reception before returning the pass.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (4) 11 :

4-1.11) Dribble with the feet in general space with control of ball and body in a dynamic setting.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (4) 12 :

4-1.12) Pass and receive a ball with a moving partner, using both feet and demonstrating control of ball and body at varying speeds.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (4) 13 :

4-1.13) Demonstrate kicking skills using correct form with.

•   A ball at a target for accuracy from varying distances.

•   A dropped ball/ object, making contact with shoelaces.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (5) 11 :

5-1.11) Apply foot dribbling in individual, partner, and small group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use large playground ball; drop and catch, alternating dribble with peer or tethered ball.

[PE] (5) 12 :

5-1.12) Apply passing and receiving with either foot in partner and small group activities, using correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use larger ball, larger targets

[PE] (5) 13 :

5-1.13) Demonstrate correct form in kicking and punting in partner and small-group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

Challenge students to develop basic soccer skills and talk about why they enjoy being physically active!

This module was built to help students learn and practice soccer dribbling and passing in a virtual or in-person instructional setting.