Unit Plan 11 (Grade K PE): Underhand Toss
Kindergarten students build underhand tossing accuracy through fun target games that teach gentle force, safe throwing routines, and controlled aim with beanbags in PE.
Focus: Help students develop accuracy in throwing by practicing the underhand toss with soft objects in fun target games.
Grade Level: K
Subject Area: Physical Education (Object Control • Underhand Toss • Target Accuracy)
Total Unit Duration: 2 core sessions + 2 optional sessions (1–2 weeks), 20–30 minutes per session
I. Introduction
Students continue building early object-control skills by learning how to toss an object underhand toward a target. In Kindergarten, this means practicing a simple swing, gentle release, and watching where the object goes. This unit uses tossing beanbags up and catching as a warm-up and then moves into a target game where students toss beanbags into hoops. The goal is to help students understand that accurate throwing comes from control, gentle force, and aiming carefully instead of throwing hard or fast.
Essential Questions
- How can I toss a beanbag toward a target?
- What helps me throw with better accuracy?
- How hard or soft should I toss?
- How can I use equipment safely in PE?
II. Objectives and Standards
Learning Objectives — Students will be able to:
- Demonstrate a basic underhand toss with growing control and direction.
- Toss a beanbag toward a target during structured practice.
- Practice using gentle and stronger force as needed for different target distances.
- Participate actively in target games with safe throwing routines.
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 toss a beanbag underhand.
- I can aim at a hoop or target.
- I can use a gentle or stronger toss when I need to.
- I can throw safely and wait for my turn.