NCERT Class 3 Physical Education and Well Being Khel Yoga: Chapter 1 — Throwing and Catching
This chapter introduces students to basic motor movements, focusing on gross and fine motor skills. It explains that gross motor skills involve larger muscle groups for activities like jumping and throwing, while fine motor skills use smaller muscles for tasks like writing and gripping. The chapter highlights five fundamental motor movements: throwing, catching, kicking, receiving, and striking. It emphasizes applying these movements in various activities using objects of different sizes, weights, and textures. Specifically, Chapter 1 delves into the mechanics of throwing and catching, explaining the body parts involved and introducing simple games to practice these skills, preparing students for physical fitness and sports.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 3 |
| Subject | Physical Education and Well Being |
| Book | Khel Yoga |
| Chapter | Chapter 1 — Throwing and Catching |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 204 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the difference between gross and fine motor skills.
- Identify the body parts involved in throwing and catching.
- Learn basic techniques for throwing and catching objects.
- Participate in simple games to practice throwing and catching.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Gross motor skills | Skills involving large muscle groups for activities like jumping and throwing. |
| Fine motor skills | Skills involving small muscles, especially in hands and fingers, for precise tasks like writing. |
| Torso | The upper part of the body, excluding the head and arms. |
| Movement | The act of changing position or place. |
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Practice questions
- What are gross motor skills? Answer: Gross motor skills involve using large muscle groups for activities like jumping, throwing, and kicking.
- Give an example of a fine motor skill. Answer: Writing, sketching, or picking up small objects are examples of fine motor skills.
- Which body parts are mainly used for throwing? Answer: Arms, shoulders, and torso are mainly used for throwing, with hands involved in releasing and catching.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main focus of Unit 1 in Khel Yoga?
Unit 1 focuses on introducing basic motor movements, including gross and fine motor skills, and specific actions like throwing and catching.
What are the five basic motor movements mentioned?
The five basic motor movements are throwing, catching, kicking, receiving, and striking.
What is the difference between gross and fine motor skills?
Gross motor skills use large muscles (e.g., for jumping), while fine motor skills use small muscles (e.g., for writing).
Which body parts are involved in throwing?
Throwing involves the arms, shoulders, and torso, with hands used for releasing the object.
What is the objective of learning these movements?
The objective is to apply these movements in engaging activities and improve physical fitness and sports performance.
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NCERT Class 3 Physical Education and Well Being — Khel Yoga — Chapter 1 — Throwing and Catching. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.