Practice identifying and explaining safe throwing, catching, and kicking skills used in physical education.
Read each problem carefully. Write your answer in the space provided. Think about safety, body control, and good teamwork.
Practice safe movement and basic ball skills
Physical Education - Grade 2-3
- 1
When you throw a ball overhand, what should you do with your opposite foot?
- 2
Name two body parts you should use to help catch a ball safely.
- 3
A ball is coming toward your chest. Describe how your hands should look when you catch it.
- 4
What is one safety rule to follow before kicking a ball?
- 5
When kicking a ball for distance, which part of your foot should you usually use?
- 6
Why is it important to keep your eyes on the ball when catching?
- 7
Fill in the blank: A good underhand throw starts with the ball held low, then your arm swings forward like a ____.
- 8
You are playing catch with a partner. Your partner is standing close to you. Should you throw the ball hard or softly? Explain your answer.
- 9
What should you do with your non-kicking foot when you kick a ball?
- 10
List one way to be a good teammate during a throwing, catching, or kicking game.