Sport and english

Comenius project «English language integration in

the preschool game lessons»

Sport and English in preschool «Ritenitis» Latvia

GOAL:

• Movement education and exploration thus enhancing balance, coordination, vestibular development, physical development, large and small motor skill development and athletic skills. Balancing health and learning. (Body and mind). Cultivate socialization skills (sharing, caring and helping). Introduction to music and creative dance .

"Children's physical development affects how they perceive themselves, affects how others respond to them,

determines what they can and cannot do and makes new

behaviors possible"�

Tasks:

• Encourage children's interest in physical activity.• To introduce preschoolers to a variety of sports in a

structured, safe, inclusive and non-competitive environment.

• Show preschoolers that sport and physical activity are fun.

• Develop and enhance age-appropriate gross motor skills, coordination and correct posture.

• Introduce and reinforce the importance of warm-up and stretching to help prevent injuries and proper hydration.

• Teach the importance of good sportsmanship and teamwork.

Physical activities in «Ritenitis»

• Sport lessons• Rhythm dancing lessons• Sport days• Games

English language in sport lessons

• Greetings phrases in English«Good morning, Good afternoon, Hallo children!»

Warming –up time

• In preschool gymnastics, warm-ups focus on gentle stretches and simple exercise moves, designed to develop muscles and introduce the child to good physical conditioning habits. • English phrases and words:• Are you ready?• Let’s begin!• Go• Start• Stop• Run• Jump Video

Gymnastic and exercises

• Gymnastics help improve a preschooler's balance, flexibility, strength and endurance.• English phrases and words:• (one, two, three, four)• (up and down)• (right, left)• Children learn body parts in English

(head, hand, leg, shoulder)

Video

Let’s do it together!

The end of lesson – different games

• Playing games children repeat the learned words.

Video

Higher, faster, further!

Dancing, with movements through English songs

Video

Preschool often combines play with learning, teachers can use activities such as dance to teach their students cooperation, body awareness, movement, rhythm, self-control and storytelling.

RHYTHM DANCING LESSONS

Video

SPORT DAYS

RESULT:

• Being active in sport lessons, children learned the words and phrases in English.