Unit Plan 10 (Grade K PE): Rolling Skills

Focus: Help students develop control when rolling objects by practicing safe hand position, direction, and force through fun target games.

Grade Level: K

Subject Area: Physical Education (Object Control • Rolling • Movement Control)

Total Unit Duration: 2 core sessions + 2 optional sessions (1–2 weeks), 20–30 minutes per session

I. Introduction

Students begin building early object-control confidence by learning how to roll a ball with control toward a target. In Kindergarten, rolling is an important beginning skill because it helps students understand direction, force, and body positioning in a simple and success-friendly way. This unit uses arm swings and rolling imaginary balls as a warm-up and then moves into a playful rolling game where students try to knock down pins. The goal is to help students learn that rolling works best when they aim carefully, stay low, and use gentle control instead of throwing hard.

Essential Questions

• How can I roll a ball with control?
• What helps a ball roll toward a target?
• How do I know how hard or soft to roll?
• How can I stay safe while using balls in PE?

II. Objectives and Standards

Learning Objectives — Students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate basic rolling skill with growing control and direction.
2. Roll a ball toward a target during structured practice and simple games.
3. Practice safe body position and safe ball use during object-control activities.
4. Participate actively in rolling games with confidence and effort.

Standards Alignment — Kindergarten (SHAPE America-based custom)

• PE:S1.Kc Demonstrate basic object-control skills (roll, underhand toss, catch, kick) in structured practice.
  • Example: Students roll a ball to knock down a foam pin.

Success Criteria — Student Language

• I can roll a ball toward a target.
• I can keep the ball low on the floor.
• I can use a gentle or stronger roll when I need to.
• I can use balls safely in PE.