ALEX Classroom Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (3) 16 :

3-1.16) Strike a moving object with a long-handled implement, sending it forward, while using correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (4) 16 :

4-1.16) Strike an object toward a target with accuracy at varying distances.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (5) 16 :

5-1.16) Strike an object to a target in partner and small group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

This resource is a lesson on the skills of passing, trapping, and dribbling using a hockey stick. This resource includes teaching strategies to help students find success and a video showing this lesson in action. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (4) 16 :

4-1.16) Strike an object toward a target with accuracy at varying distances.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (5) 16 :

5-1.16) Strike an object to a target in partner and small group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[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] (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] (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

The field is divided into 8 lanes. A defensive and an offensive player are placed in each of the 8 lanes. A goalkeeper for each team is also positioned in front of the goal area. Players may not leave their lane during play. A shot on goal may not be taken until a minimum of two passes has been completed. This rule encourages passing to someone in a better position before taking a shot on goal. Encourage players to maintain their spacing during play. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (0) 15 :

K-1.15) Attempt to strike a lightweight object with a paddle or other short-handled implement.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (1) 15 :

1-1.15) Demonstrate striking a lightweight object upward with a short-handled implement.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (3) 15 :

3-1.15) Demonstrate striking a lightweight object with a short-handled implement, sending it forward over a low net or to a wall while demonstrating correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (4) 16 :

4-1.16) Strike an object toward a target with accuracy at varying distances.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

This learning activity allows students to work on their striking skills in a fun, competitive format. This activity resource lists types of striking skills to allow for a natural progression. Although this resource is developed with the skill of striking in mind, this activity could be modified so the focus is on throwing. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (3) 14 :

3-1.14) Demonstrate volleying a ball with an underhand and overhand technique with a partner.

Examples: balloon, beach ball, foam ball

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

[PE] (3) 15 :

3-1.15) Demonstrate striking a lightweight object with a short-handled implement, sending it forward over a low net or to a wall while demonstrating correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (4) 15 :

4-1.15) Demonstrate striking a lightweight object with a short-handled implement, alternating hits with a partner over a low net or against a wall.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (4) 16 :

4-1.16) Strike an object toward a target with accuracy at varying distances.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (5) 15 :

5-1.15) Apply the skill of striking an object consecutively using a short-handled implement in competitive or cooperative game environments.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (5) 16 :

5-1.16) Strike an object to a target in partner and small group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

Handball can be played cooperatively or competitively. This booklet is written with a cooperative focus since it is intended for the elementary level. However, handball can be played recreationally or competitively, with many avenues for high-level competition. The United States Handball Association and local organizations host many local, state, regional, and national tournaments. There are a variety of formats including one-wall, three- wall and four-wall handball. Divisions include a wide variety of age groups (including juniors) and skill level categories.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (3) 14 :

3-1.14) Demonstrate volleying a ball with an underhand and overhand technique with a partner.

Examples: balloon, beach ball, foam ball

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

[PE] (3) 15 :

3-1.15) Demonstrate striking a lightweight object with a short-handled implement, sending it forward over a low net or to a wall while demonstrating correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (3) 16 :

3-1.16) Strike a moving object with a long-handled implement, sending it forward, while using correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (4) 14 :

4-1.14) Demonstrate volleying a ball using a two-hand overhead and underhand technique, sending it upwards toward a target.

Examples: balloon, beach ball, foam ball

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

[PE] (4) 15 :

4-1.15) Demonstrate striking a lightweight object with a short-handled implement, alternating hits with a partner over a low net or against a wall.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (4) 16 :

4-1.16) Strike an object toward a target with accuracy at varying distances.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (5) 14 :

5-1.14) Demonstrate volleying a ball with a two-hand overhead and underhand technique, in a dynamic environment.

Examples: two square, four square, handball, spike ball

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

[PE] (5) 15 :

5-1.15) Apply the skill of striking an object consecutively using a short-handled implement in competitive or cooperative game environments.

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement; hand over hand assistance

[PE] (5) 16 :

5-1.16) Strike an object to a target in partner and small group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

Use this self-assessment for students to reflect on their ball striking skills. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (3) 16 :

3-1.16) Strike a moving object with a long-handled implement, sending it forward, while using correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (4) 16 :

4-1.16) Strike an object toward a target with accuracy at varying distances.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (5) 16 :

5-1.16) Strike an object to a target in partner and small group activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

The purpose of this activity is to reinforce the floor hockey passing skill. This activity will also help to improve passing accuracy.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (3) 16 :

3-1.16) Strike a moving object with a long-handled implement, sending it forward, while using correct form.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

[PE] (4) 16 :

4-1.16) Strike an object toward a target with accuracy at varying distances.

APE accommodation suggestions: Place rope on ground, step over self-turned rope, provide verbal prompting.

The purpose of this activity is to have students practice controlling an object with a hockey stick.