Athletics & Wellness
Grade 4
45 min
Ready, Aim, Toss! Introduction to Target Games
Welcome! This lesson introduces you to target games, which are a super fun way to improve your aim and focus. Learning these skills will help you in almost every sport you play!
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What & Why
A target game is any game where the main goal is to throw, slide, or strike an object to hit a specific target or get it as close as possible. Think of games like bowling, darts, or even tossing a wadded-up piece of paper into a trash can!Playing these games is important because they help improve your hand-eye coordination (making your hands and eyes work together), your ability to focus, and your patience.
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Example 1 — Beanbag Toss
Let's play a simple beanbag toss game!Set up: Place a bucket, laundry basket, or a hula hoop on the ground. This is your target.Get ready: Stand a few big steps away from the target. Hold the beanbag in the hand you write with.Aim: Look right at the center of your target. Don't look at your hand or the beanbag.Toss: Swing your arm back gently and then forward in an underhand motion, like you're scooping something.Release: Let go of the beanbag when your hand is pointing towards the target.Celebrate: See how close you got. Then try again!
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Example 2 — Ring Toss
Ring toss is another classic target game.Set up: Place a cone, a plastic bottle, or a peg on the ground.Get ready: Stand at a starting line a few feet away. Hold a ring in your hand.Aim: Keep your eyes on the post you want to get the ring on.Toss: Swing your arm forward. Just before you let go, flick your wrist a little bit to help the ring spin.Release: Let go of the ring and let it fly towards the target.Try again: It can be tricky! The more you practice, the better you'll get.
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Beginner
What is the main goal in a target game?
A.To get an object to a specific target.
B.To run as fast as you can.
C.To throw the object as far as possible.
D.To work with a large team.
Beginner
You are playing beanbag toss and your throws keep landing in front of the target. What is the BEST thing to try on your next turn?
A.Close your eyes and hope for the best.
B.Use a little more power in your toss.
C.Throw the beanbag overhand as hard as you can.
D.Move closer to the target.
Beginner
Which of these is an example of good hand-eye coordination?
A.Being able to run for a long time.
B.Seeing a target and successfully tossing a ring onto it.
C.Knowing all the rules of a game.
D.Being able to lift a heavy weight.
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