By: Anne and Mary Wenstrom
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
P. 1
Introduction, Rationale, Behavioral Objectives,
And Skills to be Covered
P. 2
Game Like Activities (Lead Up Games)
P. 3
Student Competencies, Safety, Equipment
P. 4
Block Plan
P. 5
Scope and Sequence
P. 6
Basic Rules
P. 7
Terms
P. 8
Exploration Statements for Skills Covered
P. 9
Skills Analysis
P. 10-11
Skill Drills
P. 12-13
Works Cited
P. 14
Elementary Quiz
P. 15
Anne & Mary Wenstrom
Physical Education
Unit: Volleyball
Grades 4-6
INTRODUCTION:
Part I of this unit contains all of the skills that will be presented. Part II consists
of many skill drills that will be used to practice the skills that have been taught. Part III
includes the games, or modified games that will be used to reinforce the sills taught. Part
IV contains the movement exploration and grade progressions that will be used.
RATIONALE FOR USING THIS TYPE OF UNIT:
1. The skills are presented from simple to complex to game-like for grades 4-6.
2. This unit provides volleyball skills that could be used in game situations.
3. The unit offers a variety of skills and games that lead to the students’ appreciation
of Volleyball.
VOLLEYBALL BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the unit, students will be able to:
1. Use proper form and technique while performing the skills in class.
2. Participate in all drills to increase accuracy in the game of Volleyball.
3. Name the key words of the skills that we cover as a class.
SKILLS TO BE COVERED:
Underarm pass (Bump)
Set
Underarm Serve
Blocking
Spike
GAME LIKE ACTIVITIES (LEAD UP GAMES)
UNDERARM PASSING
2 vs. 2 passing, setting
Start with a toss over the net, team can only hit ball twice, pass then set, when a
point is lost that team is out and next team moves in.
SETTING
6 Person Set Drill
-3 people on 10 foot line, and 3 other on the end line
-First person in line sets the ball to the other line, and when they are done setting,
he/she runs to the right side and goes behind the other line.
-The lines keep moving, setting back and forth to try to reach a high goal of
setting with the group.
UNDERARM SERVE
King/Queen of the Court
-Teams of three
-Object of the game is to make it to the far side of the net and stay there.
-The team on the near side of the net serves the ball to the other side.
-Play the volley out.
-Whichever side cannot return the ball over the net leaves the court.
-If the team on the far side won then they stay on the court.
-If the team on the near side won then they go to the far side of the net.
-The next team in line then enters the near side and serves the ball.
-Team rotates servers every time.
BLOCKING
Partner Blocking Drill
-Each student gets a partner. One partner throws the ball in to the air to the other
partner who works on blocking technique. Each student practices correct
blocking form 10 times and then the partners switch roles.
-Partners perform the same drill, but now use the net. Partners are on opposite
sides of the net. One partner throws the ball over the net and the other partner
practices the blocking technique. Each partner practices blocking 10 times and
then partners switch roles.
SPIKING
Set Spike Drill
-Two lines (one on each sideline)
-Players on the left side will have the balls and they will toss their balls to the
setter who will set the ball to the net to be hit.
-The spiker will complete the approach and spike. They will attempt to spike the
ball over the net.
-Players on the right side will shag the balls then join the left line.
Student Competencies
Cognitive
1. Students will pass a written exam covering the key points of all skills at 70%
proficiency
Psychomotor
1. Students will show improvement in all skills as measured by 3 skills tests
administered at the beginning, middle and end of the unit.
2. Students will show appropriate participation in all activities as measured by
attendance and teacher evaluation.
Affective
1. Students will demonstrate good sportsmanship and etiquette by giving classmates
at least 2 positive comments each class period.
2. Students will demonstrate the value of volleyball as a lifelong fitness activity by
writing a paragraph on their fitness and this unit.
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Safety:
Make sure balls are put away and not rolling on ground.
No collisions
1 at a time
Equipment:
20-30 Volleyballs
Volleyball Court
Volleyball Net
Block Plan
Day 1
Introduction
Rational
Teach:
Warm-up sequence
Skills Test
Day 2
Warm-up
Teach:
Underarm Pass (Bump)
Safety
Cool down
Day 3
Warm-up
Review: Underarm pass
Teach:
Set
Analysis
Cues
Cool down
Day 4
Warm-up
Review: Underarm Pass
and Sets
Teach:
Blocking
Cool down
Day 5
Warm-up
Review: Blocking
Teach:
Underarm Serve
Analysis
Cool Down
Day 6
Warm-up
Review: Underarm Serve,
Blocking, Sets, and
Underarm pass
Teach:
Skills Test #2
Cool down
Day 7
Warm-up
Review: Underarm Serve
Teach:
Spiking
Cool down
Day 8
Warm-up
Review: All Skills
Teach:
Test Concepts
Day 9
Warm-up
Review: All Skills
Teach:
Skills Test #3
Cool Down
Written Exam
Volleyball
Scope and Sequence
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Set
Spike
Under arm
Serve
Over arm
Serve
Blocking
Defense
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Basic Rules:
Players and Rotation: When the ball is not in play, the players must remain in the
proper rotation order, which establishes the sequential service order. Proper rotation
order (6 on 6) establishes three front row and three back row players. The back row
players may not legally enter the front court attack area to block or attack the ball over
the net. When the ball is dead, players may not overlap with a player who is in an
adjacent position. “Adjacent” refers to the player in the corresponding position on the
opposite row (example: center back with center front), plus the teammate(s) next to that
player on the same row (example: center back with both left back and right back.) The
players all rotate one position clockwise following a rally in which they win the right to
serve (side-out).
Serve: The player who rotates to the right back position serves, or if at the start of the
game, is the first server. The serve is initiated from within the serving area and behind
the boundary line. The objective is to serve the ball across the net into the opponent’s
court. It is a fault (illegal) if the ball contacts the net, or the antenna, or does not land in
the court.
Playing the Ball: Each team is entitled to a maximum of three contacts each time the ball
crosses into their court. A ball contacting the block does not count as one of the three
allowable contacts. No player may play the ball twice in succession, except if they
contacted the ball as a blocker. The ball may not visibly come to rest; if it does, it is
considered a held ball (fault). A held ball frequently results when a player uses the hands
in executing an overhand pass. The ball may not be guided, lifted, or pushed in an effort
to redirect it, nor may the ball contact any part of the body below the waist.
Net Play: A player may not contact any part of the net, or it is a fault. A ball contacting
the net is considered playable other than on the serve. A player may reach across the net
to contact the ball on the opponent’s side, provided it was attacked by the opponent.
Likewise, a player may cross the net when attacking the ball, provided part of it was on
the attacker’s side when it was contacted. Opponents simultaneously blocking the ball
may result in a held ball, which is then replayed with no point scored (play-over).
A player may contact the ball on the opponent’s side underneath the net while attempting
to save the ball. The boundary line below the net separating the court restricts players
from stepping into the opponent’s area. Standing on the line is legal as long as part of the
foot is in contact with the line. Any other part of the body on the floor and across the line
is illegal.
Scoring: The serve starts play, and the objective is to keep the ball from contracting
one’s own floor and, without violating the rules, rally until the opponents fail. When the
team serving wins the rally, a point is scored. If not serving and the rally is won by the
nonserving team, they earn a side out, rotate, and serve next. The first team to score 15
points and be ahead by at least 2 points wins the game. A match consists of either
winning 2 out of 3 or 3 out of 5 games.
Terms
Bump- It is utilized to pass the serve, play balls below the waist, play hard driven balls,
and contact balls located far from the player.
Set- Most controllable of the ball-handling skills. Used for accurately passing any ball
above the head to a teammate and for the setting technique of passing the ball to an
attacker with specific height, trajectory, and placement.
Under arm Serve- Is the process of getting the ball over the net to start the volley. Used
by swinging the arm under in a pendulum motion. More accurate for beginning students.
Can only score when your team is serving.
Over arm Serve- Process of throwing ball up in the air and hitting the ball with it above
head. The striking arm action on the toss resembles an overhand throwing motion. Can
only score when your team is serving.
Block- Is used to counter a forceful attack defensively. Accomplished by jumping and
positioning the hands above and over the net, decreasing the area available for the
attacker to drive the ball downward forcefully into the blocker’s court.
Game Strategy- Process of deciding what type of game that the team will play. Have
both Defensive strategies and Offensive strategies.
Defense- Process of preventing offensive team from scoring.
Exploration Statements For Skills Covered
1. Bump-Can you show me how to bump the ball?
-Can you show me how to hold your hands when you bump the ball?
2. Set-Can you show me your window to set the ball?
-Can you show me where your elbows are when you bump the ball?
3. Underarm Serve-Can you show me the starting position before you serve the ball?
-Can you show me what part of the body you hit the ball with?
4. Blocking-Can you show me the proper footwork in blocking?
-Can you show me proper form of the arms when blocking?
5. Spike-Can you show me what part of the body you hit the ball with on the spike?
-Can you show me the proper footwork with the spike?
Skills Analysis
Skill
Bump
Ready Position
Execution
Set
Execution
Cue
Hands out in front
In Athletic Stance
Wrists and hands together
Forearm contact with ball
Fat part of arms hits ball
Elbows straight and simple
Face ball, angle arms
Shuffle
See the server, see the ball
Big hands
Shape Early
Extend
Technique
Right shoulder to net
Stand next to or as close as
possible to the net
Right side of court, front
row
Shape Early
Extend
Face Target
Back Set
Hips forward
See setter’s signals
Underhand Serve
Leg Action
Hand Position
Blocking
Set-Up
Alternate Cue
Lifelines together
Hide your chest
Make a flat surface with the
forearms
Pass over lead leg
Beat ball to the spot
Make a window
Hands up at hairline
Like a basketball chest pass,
elbows straighten
Extend back
Step toward net with foot
opposite to throwing arm
Palm up, make a fist
Arm close to body, brush
shorts
Elbow straight
Hit ball out of hand
Like pitching horseshoes
Keep hands up at eye level
Seal the net with body
Thumb rests on side of
index finger
Follow-through toward
target
Knees bent ready to jump
Chin down for peripheral
vision
Arm Action
Timing
Spike
Execution
Hands up as if playing a
piano
Ball, setter, ball, hitter
Three-step move
Penetrate
Reach over
Four-step approach:
R-L-R-L if right handed
L-R-L-R if left handed
Arms forward, back,
forward
Bow and arrow action
Fingers apart
Hand in shape of ball
Fingers are firm and spread
Lead Step
Get over
Angle hands into
opponent’s court as if
diving into a swimming
pool
Hitting hand goes behind
net
Hand open and firm
Wrist somewhat stiff
Timing
First step when ball is set
Contact ball high and in
front of you
Fast arm swing
Stepping and setting
Trust eyes; do not guess
Powerful wrist snap
Skill Drills
Bump
Simple- 1 Knee Drill
Partner up, 1 partner get on one knee, other partner toss ball, bump it back.
Combined- Back and Forth Bumping
Pass back and forth with partner, trying not to let ball hit the ground.
• Contest option-start at the same time, when ball is dropped sit down,
last group standing wins
Complex- 2 vs. 2 passing, setting
Start with a toss over the net, team can only hit ball twice, pass then set,
when a point is lost that team is out and next team moves in
Set
SimpleSet to yourself with the ball
Have a goal of 3 times
CombinedGet a partner, Stand about 5 feet apart and set the ball to each other
Try to set the ball as many times in a row
Complex3 people on 10-foot line, and 3 other on the end line. First person in line
sets the ball to the other line, and when they are done setting, he/she runs
to the right side and goes behind the other line. The lines keep moving,
setting back and forth to try to reach a high goal of setting with the group.
Underarm Serve
SimpleStand about 5 feet from a wall and use proper technique serving the ball
underhand into the wall.
CombinedStand about 20 feet from the wall. Pick a spot high up on the wall at least
8 feet up and try to hit it.
ComplexStand at the service line and serve the ball over the net to a partner on the
other side. The partner then grabs the ball and brings it behind the service
line on their side of the court.
Block
Simple-
Each student individually works on blocking technique using correct form.
CombinedEach student gets a partner. One partner throws the ball into the air to the
other partner who works on blocking technique. Each student practices correct blocking
for 10 times and then the partners switch roles.
ComplexPartners perform the same drill, but now use the net. Partners are on
opposite sides of the net. One partner throws the ball over the net and the
other partner practices the blocking technique. Each partner practices
blocking 10 times and then partners switch roles.
Spiking
SimpleEach student will be about 5 feet from the wall. They will work on the
correct spiking technique. Hold ball up with no dominate hand and hit
with dominate.
CombinedStudents will have partners. Partner will throw ball up in the air to the
other person and that person will spike the ball using correct form. Switch
partners.
ComplexStudents will practice game like situations by having one partner set the
ball close to the net and the other person jump up and use the correct
spiking form to get the ball over the
Works Cited
1) Majors Volleyball Booklet 2000
2) Fronske, Hilda. A Viacom Company, 1997
3) Schmottlach, Neil and McManama, Jerre. A Simon & Schuster
Company, 1997
Elementary Quiz
1. What is the game we played for our underarm serve?
2. What is one safety rule we had in Volleyball?
3. When the ball is in play, can you catch the ball, and then hit it?
4. What is one rule in the game of volleyball?
5. What is your favorite thing we did during our Volleyball unit?
Extra Credit
What is one of the equipment we need to play the game of Volleyball?