Identifying Features
No avoidance reaction
Eyes follow ball into hands
Arms are held relaxed at sides, and forearms are held in front of body
Arms give on contact to absorb force of the ball
Arms adjust to flight of ball
Thumbs are held in opposition to each other
Hands grasp ball in a well-timed, simultaneous motion
Fingers grasp more effectively
Additional Learning Opportunities
What is the girl doing?
The girl is …….
Show me catching high
Show me catching low
What is the girl moving?
The girl is moving her …
What colour is the ball?
The girl is moving her …
What shape is the ball?
The girl is moving her …