Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to understand the basic rules and techniques of tennis, as well as the importance of physical activity for overall health.

Materials and Prep

• Tennis racket
• Tennis ball
• Open space or tennis court
• Water bottle
• Comfortable clothing and shoes

Prior knowledge of basic physical movements such as running, jumping, and throwing would be helpful.

Activities

1. Warm-up exercises: Start the lesson with a series of warm-up exercises to prepare the body for physical activity. This can include jumping jacks, jogging in place, and stretching exercises.
2. Tennis basics: Introduce the student to the basic rules and techniques of tennis. Teach them how to hold the racket, how to hit the ball, and the concept of serving and returning.
3. Practice rally: Engage in a rally with the student, where you both hit the ball back and forth to each other. Encourage them to use proper technique and footwork.
4. Mini tennis game: Set up a small area using cones or markers as boundaries. Play a mini tennis game with the student, focusing on applying the skills they have learned so far.
5. Cool-down and reflection: Finish the lesson with a cool-down period, including stretching exercises. Reflect on the importance of physical activity for overall health and discuss how tennis can be a fun way to stay active.

Third Grade Talking Points

• "Tennis is a sport that involves hitting a ball with a racket."
• "Playing tennis can help us stay healthy and strong."
• "When playing tennis, we need to use our hand-eye coordination to hit the ball."
• "It's important to warm up our bodies before playing any sport to prevent injuries."
• "Tennis can be played in different places like a tennis court or even in our backyard."
• "We can play tennis with a partner or even in a team."
• "Practicing tennis can help us improve our skills and become better players."
• "By playing tennis, we can have fun while getting exercise at the same time."