NCERT Textbook: Throwing and Catching | Physical Education and Well Being (Khel Yoga) Class 5 PDF Download

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UNIT 1 
Basic Motor Movements
Welcome to the exciting world of movements once again. 
Let us take our journey forward.
In continuation to the basic motor movements that we 
learnt in Grades 3 and 4, we use our large muscles for 
movements such as jumping, throwing, catching, kicking, 
and hitting. These are known as gross motor skills, which 
play a vital role in everyday tasks, sports, and maintaining 
physical fitness. In contrast, fine motor skills involve the 
use of small muscles in our hands and fingers, which 
are helpful for more precise actions like writing, drawing, 
picking up small items, and gripping objects.
Both gross and fine motor skills are essential components 
of basic motor development. There are five key motor 
movements that we emphasise: throwing, catching, 
kicking, receiving, and striking. The aim is to practice 
these skills through engaging activities using objects of 
various shapes, sizes, weights, and textures.
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UNIT 1 
Basic Motor Movements
Welcome to the exciting world of movements once again. 
Let us take our journey forward.
In continuation to the basic motor movements that we 
learnt in Grades 3 and 4, we use our large muscles for 
movements such as jumping, throwing, catching, kicking, 
and hitting. These are known as gross motor skills, which 
play a vital role in everyday tasks, sports, and maintaining 
physical fitness. In contrast, fine motor skills involve the 
use of small muscles in our hands and fingers, which 
are helpful for more precise actions like writing, drawing, 
picking up small items, and gripping objects.
Both gross and fine motor skills are essential components 
of basic motor development. There are five key motor 
movements that we emphasise: throwing, catching, 
kicking, receiving, and striking. The aim is to practice 
these skills through engaging activities using objects of 
various shapes, sizes, weights, and textures.
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Khel Yoga| Grade 5
As we have learnt in the previous grades, 
throwing and catching are done with the help 
of our arms, shoulders, and torso. However, 
the hands are also used for releasing and 
catching an object. 
Now, we will learn how to throw and catch by 
playing some interesting games.
Chapter 1
Throwing and 
Catching
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UNIT 1 
Basic Motor Movements
Welcome to the exciting world of movements once again. 
Let us take our journey forward.
In continuation to the basic motor movements that we 
learnt in Grades 3 and 4, we use our large muscles for 
movements such as jumping, throwing, catching, kicking, 
and hitting. These are known as gross motor skills, which 
play a vital role in everyday tasks, sports, and maintaining 
physical fitness. In contrast, fine motor skills involve the 
use of small muscles in our hands and fingers, which 
are helpful for more precise actions like writing, drawing, 
picking up small items, and gripping objects.
Both gross and fine motor skills are essential components 
of basic motor development. There are five key motor 
movements that we emphasise: throwing, catching, 
kicking, receiving, and striking. The aim is to practice 
these skills through engaging activities using objects of 
various shapes, sizes, weights, and textures.
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Khel Yoga| Grade 5
As we have learnt in the previous grades, 
throwing and catching are done with the help 
of our arms, shoulders, and torso. However, 
the hands are also used for releasing and 
catching an object. 
Now, we will learn how to throw and catch by 
playing some interesting games.
Chapter 1
Throwing and 
Catching
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11 Unit 1: Basic Motor Movements
Throwing
Hold the ball firmly and 
stand with your legs 
apart, eyes on the target.
Swing the throwing arm 
backwards while twisting 
your waist, as shown in 
the image.
Release the ball.
Run 3 – 4 steps and place 
your strong foot on the 
ground.
Bring your throwing arm 
forward and follow it 
through with your other 
foot.
Notes for the teacher 
1. Grip: The student holds the ball firmly with the fingers spread 
out.
2. Stance: Focus on the target, and run for 3 – 4 steps to generate 
force.
3. Throw: Twist the upper body smoothly, take back the throwing 
arm and swing it forward to release.
4. Follow-through: It should be smooth and without any jerk.
1
3
2
4
5
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UNIT 1 
Basic Motor Movements
Welcome to the exciting world of movements once again. 
Let us take our journey forward.
In continuation to the basic motor movements that we 
learnt in Grades 3 and 4, we use our large muscles for 
movements such as jumping, throwing, catching, kicking, 
and hitting. These are known as gross motor skills, which 
play a vital role in everyday tasks, sports, and maintaining 
physical fitness. In contrast, fine motor skills involve the 
use of small muscles in our hands and fingers, which 
are helpful for more precise actions like writing, drawing, 
picking up small items, and gripping objects.
Both gross and fine motor skills are essential components 
of basic motor development. There are five key motor 
movements that we emphasise: throwing, catching, 
kicking, receiving, and striking. The aim is to practice 
these skills through engaging activities using objects of 
various shapes, sizes, weights, and textures.
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Khel Yoga| Grade 5
As we have learnt in the previous grades, 
throwing and catching are done with the help 
of our arms, shoulders, and torso. However, 
the hands are also used for releasing and 
catching an object. 
Now, we will learn how to throw and catch by 
playing some interesting games.
Chapter 1
Throwing and 
Catching
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11 Unit 1: Basic Motor Movements
Throwing
Hold the ball firmly and 
stand with your legs 
apart, eyes on the target.
Swing the throwing arm 
backwards while twisting 
your waist, as shown in 
the image.
Release the ball.
Run 3 – 4 steps and place 
your strong foot on the 
ground.
Bring your throwing arm 
forward and follow it 
through with your other 
foot.
Notes for the teacher 
1. Grip: The student holds the ball firmly with the fingers spread 
out.
2. Stance: Focus on the target, and run for 3 – 4 steps to generate 
force.
3. Throw: Twist the upper body smoothly, take back the throwing 
arm and swing it forward to release.
4. Follow-through: It should be smooth and without any jerk.
1
3
2
4
5
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Khel Yoga| Grade 5
Catching
Notes for the teacher 
Ensure the following while the students practice catching —
1. Grip: Holds the ball firmly with the fingers spread out.
2. Stance: The body is relaxed and ready to approach the target.
3. Catching: Run where the ball is expected to land; body is 
behind the line of the ball; palms are joined to form a cup. 
4. Hands are soft, and the eyes are on the ball.
5. Follow through: Let the ball fall into the hands; the hands are 
pulled back, and the knees are bent to minimise the impact.
Stand comfortably and 
keep your eyes on the ball.
Form a cup with your 
hands.
Bring your hands slightly 
backwards to decrease the 
force of the object.
Run where the ball is 
expected to land.
Let the ball come into 
your hands softly.
1
3
5
2
4
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UNIT 1 
Basic Motor Movements
Welcome to the exciting world of movements once again. 
Let us take our journey forward.
In continuation to the basic motor movements that we 
learnt in Grades 3 and 4, we use our large muscles for 
movements such as jumping, throwing, catching, kicking, 
and hitting. These are known as gross motor skills, which 
play a vital role in everyday tasks, sports, and maintaining 
physical fitness. In contrast, fine motor skills involve the 
use of small muscles in our hands and fingers, which 
are helpful for more precise actions like writing, drawing, 
picking up small items, and gripping objects.
Both gross and fine motor skills are essential components 
of basic motor development. There are five key motor 
movements that we emphasise: throwing, catching, 
kicking, receiving, and striking. The aim is to practice 
these skills through engaging activities using objects of 
various shapes, sizes, weights, and textures.
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Khel Yoga| Grade 5
As we have learnt in the previous grades, 
throwing and catching are done with the help 
of our arms, shoulders, and torso. However, 
the hands are also used for releasing and 
catching an object. 
Now, we will learn how to throw and catch by 
playing some interesting games.
Chapter 1
Throwing and 
Catching
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11 Unit 1: Basic Motor Movements
Throwing
Hold the ball firmly and 
stand with your legs 
apart, eyes on the target.
Swing the throwing arm 
backwards while twisting 
your waist, as shown in 
the image.
Release the ball.
Run 3 – 4 steps and place 
your strong foot on the 
ground.
Bring your throwing arm 
forward and follow it 
through with your other 
foot.
Notes for the teacher 
1. Grip: The student holds the ball firmly with the fingers spread 
out.
2. Stance: Focus on the target, and run for 3 – 4 steps to generate 
force.
3. Throw: Twist the upper body smoothly, take back the throwing 
arm and swing it forward to release.
4. Follow-through: It should be smooth and without any jerk.
1
3
2
4
5
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Khel Yoga| Grade 5
Catching
Notes for the teacher 
Ensure the following while the students practice catching —
1. Grip: Holds the ball firmly with the fingers spread out.
2. Stance: The body is relaxed and ready to approach the target.
3. Catching: Run where the ball is expected to land; body is 
behind the line of the ball; palms are joined to form a cup. 
4. Hands are soft, and the eyes are on the ball.
5. Follow through: Let the ball fall into the hands; the hands are 
pulled back, and the knees are bent to minimise the impact.
Stand comfortably and 
keep your eyes on the ball.
Form a cup with your 
hands.
Bring your hands slightly 
backwards to decrease the 
force of the object.
Run where the ball is 
expected to land.
Let the ball come into 
your hands softly.
1
3
5
2
4
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Stand with knees slightly 
bent like you are getting 
ready to jump.
1
Catch the ball softly over 
your head. 
3
Join your palms together 
above your head to form a 
reverse cup. Keep your head 
still, eyes up and on the ball.
2
Hold the ball firmly and 
bend your elbows back 
towards the body.
4
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