Kindergarten Order of Operations Lesson Plan

Kindergarten Physical Education Review: Following Movement Orders in Sequence

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Kindergarten Physical Education Review: Following Movement Orders in Sequence
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Kindergarten Physical Education Review: Following Movement Orders in Sequence

Order of Operations | Assessment Review

GradeKindergarten
SubjectPhysical Education
TopicOrder of Operations
Duration120 Minutes
Lesson TypeAssessment Review
DifficultyMedium

Lesson Overview

Students review how to follow a sequence of directions in physical education by completing movement patterns in the correct order. Through whole-group modeling, partner practice, station work, and game play, students practice listening, remembering steps, and moving safely and correctly.

Learning Objectives

  • Follow 2-4 step movement directions in order.
  • Use body movements to show understanding of first, next, then, and last.
  • Listen carefully and respond to teacher cues during physical activity.
  • Practice safe movement, spacing, and turn-taking.

Materials Needed

  • Cones or floor markers
  • Music player
  • Picture cards showing movements
  • Whistle or hand signal
  • Open gym or safe classroom movement space
  • Optional: scarves, beanbags, or soft balls

Vocabulary

TermDefinition
firstThe step that happens at the beginning.
nextThe step that happens after the first step.
thenThe step that comes after that.
lastThe final step in the order.
sequenceThings done in the correct order.

Lesson Sequence

Warm-Up: Follow the Leader15 minutes
Teacher Actions

Model simple movement sequences such as clap, march, jump. Say the steps aloud using first, next, then, last.

Student Actions

Copy the teacher’s movements in order and repeat the sequence with increasing confidence.

Direct Instruction: What Comes First?15 minutes
Teacher Actions

Show picture cards and explain that movements must happen in a special order. Demonstrate a 2-step then 3-step sequence.

Student Actions

Choral response to identify the first, next, then, and last movement.

Guided Practice: Move and Match20 minutes
Teacher Actions

Call out a sequence or place picture cards in order. Prompt students to perform the actions one at a time.

Student Actions

Perform the sequence with teacher support and correct mistakes with a second try.

Station Practice: Order of Movement Cards30 minutes
Teacher Actions

Set up 3-4 stations with simple movement tasks, such as hop, spin, reach, and freeze. Rotate groups and monitor safety and order.

Student Actions

Complete each station by following the movement order shown or stated by the teacher.

Partner Review: Tell and Do20 minutes
Teacher Actions

Pair students and give each pair a short movement sequence to practice. Circulate and coach listening and turn-taking.

Student Actions

Take turns saying and showing the sequence to a partner.

Game: Sequence Relay15 minutes
Teacher Actions

Divide students into small teams. Give each team a movement order to complete before tagging the next player.

Student Actions

Work together to complete the movement order in the correct sequence.

Cool Down and Reflection5 minutes
Teacher Actions

Lead stretching and ask review questions about first, next, then, and last.

Student Actions

Stretch, breathe, and answer review questions.

Support

  • Use fewer steps for students who need extra support.
  • Show picture cards and model each movement before students try it.
  • Allow students to watch a peer or adult before participating.
  • Provide verbal prompts and hand signals for students who need reminders.
  • Give advanced students longer sequences or let them lead a group.

Challenge

  • Ask students to remember and complete a 4-step sequence independently.
  • Have students create their own movement sequence for a partner.
  • Add a rule such as freeze at the end of each sequence to increase attention and control.

Checks for Understanding

  • Can the student follow a 2-step movement order?
  • Can the student identify the first movement?
  • Can the student complete a sequence without skipping steps?
  • Does the student move safely and wait for a turn?

Closure

Review the words first, next, then, and last. Ask students to show one movement sequence on the teacher’s cue and celebrate their effort and listening skills.

Homework

At home, have your child teach a family member a 3-step movement sequence using first, next, and last. Example: clap, jump, spin.

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