The table below is the JSS1 Physical & Health Education Scheme of Work for First Term
Developed by the
Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC)
| Content | ||
| | | Sub – Theme |
| S/N | Topic(s) | BASIC HUMAN MOVEMENT |
| 1. | Physical Fitness and Body Conditioning Programme | a. Meaning of physical fitness b. Components of physical fitness – health-related components – performance-related components c. Characteristics of a physically fit person d. Importance of physical fitness e. Exercise to develop strength endurance and flexibility f. Safety precautions while performing exercises |
| 2. | Recreation, Leisure & Dance Activities | a. Meaning of recreation, leisure and dance b. Differences between dance, leisure and recreation c. Benefits of recreation and dance – refreshment of both body and mind – create room for fun and enjoyment -carry-over values of skills learnt in physical education classes – promotion of mental alertness, social and emotional stability |
| Sub – Theme | ||
| SPORTS AND GAMES | ||
| 3. | Athletics | a. Basic skills and techniques in the following Field events: (i) Shot (ii) Discuss b. Execution of basic skills and techniques in: (i) Discus: – Carriage – Stance – Throw – Follow through (ii) Shot put: – Grip – Stance – Put – Follow through c. List the rules governing discuss and shot put d. List safety measures |
