Reflection and Movement

Curriculum Area

Physical Education (PE) – Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework

• Prime Area: Physical Development
  • Moving and handling: Children show good control and coordination in large and small movements.
  • Health and self-care: Children know the importance of exercise and physical activity for staying healthy.
• Prime Area: Communication and Language
  • Speaking: Children express themselves effectively, sharing their experiences and learning with others.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, pupils will:

1. Reflect on their experiences with strider bikes and communicate what they have learned about movement, balance, and safety.
2. Recognise how the skills developed can be applied to other physical activities.
3. Demonstrate confidence and coordination through simple movement challenges using strider bikes.

Lesson Structure (30 Minutes)

1. Warm-Up Activity (5 Minutes) – ‘Move Like a Bike!’

• Gather pupils in a circle and ask them to recall different ways their bikes moved (gliding, stopping, turning).
• Call out a movement and have pupils act it out without bikes:
  • "Glide" – slide smoothly across the play area.
  • "Stop" – freeze in place.
  • "Turn" – spin around.
  • "Balance" – stand on one foot for a few seconds.

2. Reflection Discussion (5 Minutes) – ‘Riders’ Circle’

• Sit pupils in a circle with their bikes beside them.
• Ask guided questions to help them reflect:
  • "What did you enjoy most about using the strider bikes?"
  • "How did you feel when you first tried riding? How do you feel now?"
  • "What helped you to balance better?"
  • "Can you think of a time outside of school when balance or bike riding could be useful?"

3. Strider Bike Mini Challenges (10 Minutes) – ‘Bike Mastery Circuit’

• Set up a small circuit with simple challenges:
  • Balancing Zone: Ride slowly in a straight line without touching the ground.
  • Turning Corner: Navigate a gentle turn while maintaining control.
  • Stop and Go: Follow teacher’s instructions to stop and start smoothly.
• Emphasise control over speed and encourage children to cheer for each other.

4. Creative Movement Game (7 Minutes) – ‘Bike Adventure Story’

• Teacher tells an interactive story where pupils ride through different environments:
  • "We are riding up a bumpy mountain – can you make slow, careful movements?"
  • "We’re gliding down a hill – can you lift your feet and balance?"
  • "Oh no, a puddle – let’s stop quickly!"
• Encourage children to contribute ideas to the adventure.

5. Closing Reflection (3 Minutes) – ‘One Thing I Learned’

• Each child shares one thing they’ve learned or improved during the unit.
• Celebrate their progress, ensuring each pupil feels proud of their development.
• Conclude with a brief discussion on how cycling skills can help with other sports or outdoor activities.

Resources Needed

• 16 strider bikes (one per child)
• Cones or markers for the movement circuit
• Small space for discussion time (indoors or outdoors)

Assessment Opportunities

• Observation of coordination and balance during the challenges.
• Listening to reflections to assess understanding of movement and safety concepts.
• Peer interaction to gauge confidence and communication skills.

Teacher Notes

• Provide positive reinforcement throughout the session to boost confidence.
• Modify challenge difficulty depending on skill level.
• Ensure a safe and open riding space to prevent collisions.

Extension Ideas

• Introduce a 'Bike License' where children earn stickers for mastering different skills.
• Encourage families to practise bike riding at home and share their experiences next time.

This final lesson creates a memorable conclusion to the "Strider Bike Adventures" unit, building confidence and making learning fun, reflective, and meaningful! 🚲