Pin Attack Lesson Plan
Hyde Leadership Charter School Lesson Plan Summary
Teacher Name (s):
Coach J. Miller & Coach T. Davis
For Administrative Purposes: PE Motor Skills Unit
Grade:
Grades 3–5 (Elementary PE)
Subject:
Physical Education / Target Games
Week of:
September 28, 2026 – October 2, 2026
Component
Monday (Focus Lesson)
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Learning Target
I can demonstrate throwing to hit a stationary target with accuracy using various balls by stepping in opposition and following through.
I can control trajectory & arc.
I can hit rolling pin targets.
Target relay.
Skills matrix.
Character Target
Integrity & Courage: I will play honestly, retrieve balls safely without cheating spots, and show courage by attempting farther target distances.
Curiosity: Ball weights.
Concern: Cheering squad.
Leadership.
Hyde circle.
Do Now (Ignite)
Dynamic stretch lines + 3-min "Spot Step & Throw" partner drill warming up opposite-foot stepping with foam balls.
Rainbow arc partner toss.
Mirror footwork challenge.
Relay jog.
Self-stretch.
Procedure Overview:
• Direct Inst.
• Guided Pract.
• Ind. Pract.
DI: Model 3 Cues (Eyes locked, Step opposite, Follow-through). Hyde Integrity expectation.
GP: Pin Attack: Poly spots scattered across floor with pins atop each. Hit pin = safely claim dot underneath. Reset pin until all dots collected.
IP: Pin Shuffle Targets: Team lanes. Throw foam ball to strike pin. Hit = shuffle pin 1 spot closer to station. Hit on last spot = earn team beanbag!
DI: Trajectory angles.
GP: Distance ladders.
IP: Target golf.
DI: Timing throws.
GP: Rolling targets.
IP: Defender zone.
Team tourney.
Matrix rubric.
Diff: Content
Multi-tier balls: lightweight yarn balls (easy grip), medium foam coated balls, gator skin balls, beanbags.
Varied target sizes.
Ball textures.
Color tiers.
Choice ball.
Diff: Process
Tiered throw lines (8ft, 12ft, 18ft); choice of underhand toss or overhand throw; peer retrieval buddy.
Seated/kneeling option.
Lane width adjust.
Spot pacing.
Self-distance.
Diff: Product
Knockdown = 2 pts; wobble/graze = 1 pt. Teams track collective beanbag points rather than individual comparison.
Accumulated distance pts.
Accuracy ratio scorecard.
Team score.
Personal best.
Progress Mon. "Look Fors"
Mechanics: Step opposite foot, target arm pointing, fluid follow-through.
Hyde Integrity: Honoring throwing line; reporting pin touches honestly.
Shoulder alignment & arm slot.
Release timing & arc.
Team voice.
Rubric 1-4.
Exit Ticket
"Fist-to-Five" throwing form check + Hyde verbal share: "How did your team demonstrate Integrity or Courage today?"
Throwing cue sticky note.
Partner feedback praise.
Self-eval.
Hyde debrief.
Materials
24 bowling pins, 40 poly spots, 24 foam balls, 12 yarn balls, 36 beanbags, 6 scoring buckets.
Pins, cones, hula hoops.
Roll targets, safety markers.
Full kit.
Rubric sheets.
Co-Teaching Model
Station / Parallel: Miller coaches Pin Shuffle lanes & mechanics; Davis manages Pin Attack boundaries & spot integrity.
Alternative teaching group.
Team teaching (lead & model).
Parallel.
One teach / assess.
Other
Safety command: "Freeze, Ball at Feet." Whistle protocol: 1 = throw; 2 = retrieve. Sneaker checks mandatory.
Hydration breaks scheduled.
SEL buddy check-in.
Safety scan.
Awards recap.
Hyde Leadership Charter School • Physical Education Curriculum Map Page 1 of 2 • Weekly Summary Template
Instructional Blueprint & Activity Specs
Target Throwing: Pin Attack & Pin Shuffle
Focus Hyde Words: Courage & Integrity
1
Step in Opposition
Step forward with the foot OPPOSITE your throwing hand directly toward pin.
2
Lock Eyes on Target
Focus intensely on the base of the bowling pin, not the ball in your hand.
3
Snap & Follow Through
Release ball smoothly at waist/chest level and reach toward the opposite pocket.
Activity 1
Pin Attack (Target & Spot Collection)
Time: 12–15 Minutes
Setup & Rules:
- Place 20–30 poly spots across gym floor with 1 bowling pin sitting on each spot.
- Students line up behind the baseline throwing line with foam or yarn balls.
- On whistle, throwers aim to strike any standing pin.
- Hit Rule: When a pin is knocked down, thrower safely retrieves ball and claims the poly spot underneath.
- The fallen pin is stood back up directly on the gym floor for others.
- Round ends when all spots are collected!
Hyde Character in Action:
Integrity: Only take a spot if your throw caused the pin to fall. Never snatch spots if another student's ball hit first.
Courage: Step back from easy front pins to aim for deep back-court spots.
Concern: Always scan both directions before retrieving balls to prevent collisions.
Activity 2
Pin Shuffle Targets (Progressive Distance)
Time: 15–20 Minutes
Setup & Mechanics:
- Teams of 3–4 stationed in designated lanes with 4 floor markers at 20ft, 15ft, 10ft, and 5ft.
- Bowling pin starts on the farthest spot (Spot 4).
- Teammates rotate throwing foam balls at the pin from the team line.
- Shuffle Rule: When a thrower hits the pin, the retriever moves the pin ONE spot closer to the team station (Spot 3 → Spot 2 → Spot 1).
- Scoring: When hit on the last spot (Spot 1), the team earns a beanbag in their bucket, and pin resets to Spot 4!
Progress Monitoring & Form Rubric:
Level 4 (Mastery): Opposite step + fluid arm path + 70%+ pin strike
Level 3 (Proficient): Opposite step consistent; eye contact held
Level 2 (Developing): Same-foot step or rushes release
Level 1 (Novice): No step; needs yarn ball / 5ft proximity
Hyde Character Debrief: Integrity on the Floor
Gather students in the center circle. Prompt: "In Pin Attack and Pin Shuffle, nobody can watch every single roll of the ball except you. How did choosing Integrity over cheating make today's game fair and exciting for everyone?" Have 2 students share examples of a peer demonstrating Courage by adjusting their throw distance.
Hyde Leadership Charter School • Physical Education Curriculum Map Page 2 of 2 • Facilitation & Activity Blueprint
Pin Attack Target Slides
Hyde PE Leadership Charter School
Target Games Unit
Pin Attack & Pin Shuffle Targets
TARGET ATTACK!
Master stationary target accuracy using foam balls, opposition mechanics, and Hyde character principles.
🎯 Learning Target
I can demonstrate accurate throwing to hit stationary pin targets with various balls by stepping in opposition and following through.
⭐ Hyde Character Target
Integrity & Courage: I will keep honest score, respect throw lines, and challenge myself at farther distances.
Hyde Principles & Gym Norms
Character & Safety in Action
Slide 2 of 6
I
Integrity
Be honest about every hit and miss.
Stay behind the throw line and collect spots only on direct hits.
C
Courage
Embrace the challenge of distant targets.
Step back to test your throwing accuracy and bounce back after misses.
S
Safety & Concern
Protect your peers across the gym.
Whistle blows = Freeze immediately. Scan the floor before retrieving.
Whistle Commands: 1 Whistle = Throw Balls • 2 Whistles = Retrieve Safely • Long Whistle = Freeze & Ball at Feet
Mechanical Technique
3 Keys to Hitting the Pin
Slide 3 of 6
CUE 1 👀
Lock Eyes on Target
Aim for the base of the pin. Stare directly where you want the ball to strike, not at your hand.
Focus gives accuracy!
CUE 2 👟
Step in Opposition
Step forward with the foot opposite your throwing hand. Point your toes straight at the target.
Right hand = Left foot steps!
CUE 3 🎯
Snap & Follow Through
Release smoothly toward the pin and reach your hand down across toward your opposite pocket.
Finish smooth and balanced!
Coach Check: "Eyes locked... Step opposite... Snap through!"
Activity 1
Game 1: Pin Attack!
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1
The Setup
Pins stand on top of colored poly spots across the floor.
Behind throw line!
2
Aim & Throw
Step with your opposite foot and fire at any standing pin.
