Throwing and Catching opens Unit 1 (Basic Motor Movements) by explaining how gross motor skills (large muscles of the arms, shoulders, torso and legs) and fine motor skills (small muscles of the hands and fingers) work together. Students learn the correct stance, follow-through and soft-hand cushioning for underarm and overarm throwing and catching through engaging games like Catch and Throw, Target Hit and Circle Pass.
What Class 3 Physical Education Chapter 1 Covers
Gross vs Fine Motor Skills: Using large muscle groups for jumping and throwing alongside hand-and-finger control for gripping and catching
Technique of Throwing: Keeping eyes on the target, stepping forward with the opposite foot, swinging the arm and following through
Technique of Catching: Watching the incoming ball, reaching with cupped hands and pulling the ball softly towards the body
Motor Movement Games (BM 1–BM 7): Partner catch, wall bounce, target throwing and team relay games
Exercises in Chapter 1
- Skill Practice & Games (Pages 2–11): Practise underarm and overhead throwing and catching at increasing distances and play the BM 1–7 group games.
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- Next: Chapter 2: Kicking and Receiving
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FAQ
What is the difference between gross motor skills and fine motor skills?
Gross motor skills use large muscle groups for actions like running, jumping, throwing and kicking, while fine motor skills use small muscles of the hands and fingers for gripping, writing and drawing.
What should you do with your hands while catching a ball?
Keep your eyes on the ball, cup your fingers together and pull your hands slightly back as the ball touches them to absorb the impact.