Lesson Plan

Principles of Sportsmanship

Students will explore sportsmanship through discussions, activities, and reflections to understand the value of fair play and respectful competition.

This lesson instills respect, integrity, and positive behavior on and off the field, preparing students to handle both wins and losses gracefully.

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Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity: Role-Playing

15 minutes

Step 3

Reflection & Cool-down

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Understanding Sportsmanship

Introduce the slide deck by explaining what sportsmanship is. Use visuals that illustrate both positive and negative behaviors in sports, and encourage discussion among students about what they see on each slide.

Good Sportsmanship Acts

Show clear examples of positive sportsmanship. Highlight behaviors like cheering for teammates, congratulating opponents, and playing by the rules. Ask students if they've seen such behaviors before.

Behaviors to Improve

Illustrate examples of actions that are not considered good sportsmanship. Ask the class what could have been done differently in each example to promote fairness.

Class Discussion

Prompt a class discussion. Ask open-ended questions like: What would you do in such situations? How can we improve our behavior? Encourage students to share their thoughts.

Key Takeaways

Wrap up the slide deck by summarizing key points. Reinforce the idea that sportsmanship is important in every aspect of life. Encourage students to practice these behaviors daily.

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Activity

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Cool Down

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Sportsmanship Matters: Playing Fair and Winning Hearts

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