Function of the Skeleton - GCSE PE

Function of the Skeleton – GCSE PE

Description:
This full lesson is designed for GCSE PE students and focuses on the functions of the skeleton, in line with the AQA specification. The lesson is structured to build knowledge, apply understanding to exam-style questions, and actively engage students throughout.

Included in the lesson:

DO NOW Task: Retrieval question from the previous lesson with stretch and challenge

Mind Map Task: Develop and organise understanding of the key functions of the skeleton

Video: Visual explanation to support understanding of skeletal functions

Main Task: Apply knowledge to sporting and exam-based contexts

Exam-Style Questions: Build confidence with GCSE PE question formats

Bones Bingo: Interactive activity to reinforce bone knowledge in a fun, competitive way

Ideal for classroom or remote learning, this lesson saves preparation time and delivers a clear, engaging, and exam-focused approach to teaching the functions of the skeleton.