NCERT Class 4 Physical Education and Well Being Khel Yoga: Chapter 1 — Throwing and Catching
This chapter, 'Throwing and Catching,' from NCERT's Class 4 Physical Education and Well Being book, Khel Yoga, revisits basic motor movements. It emphasizes the use of big muscles for gross motor skills like jumping and throwing, and small muscles for fine motor skills like writing. The chapter focuses on five key movements: throwing, catching, kicking, receiving, and striking, encouraging their practice with objects of various properties. It introduces throwing and catching as fundamental actions involving arms, shoulders, torso, and hands, setting the stage for learning these skills through engaging games. This foundational knowledge is crucial for daily activities, sports participation, and overall physical fitness for CBSE students.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 4 |
| 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 | 1 minute |
| Word count | 185 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the difference between gross and fine motor skills.
- Identify throwing and catching as key basic motor movements.
- Recognize the body parts involved in throwing and catching.
- Appreciate the importance of motor skills for physical fitness and sports.
- Learn to practice motor skills using objects of different properties.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Gross motor skills | Skills that involve the large muscles of the body, used for actions like jumping, throwing, and running. |
| Fine motor skills | Skills that involve the small muscles, typically in the hands and fingers, used for delicate tasks like writing and drawing. |
| Throwing | Propelling an object through the air with force, using arms, shoulders, and torso. |
| Catching | Stopping and holding an object that is moving through the air, primarily using hands. |
| Basic motor movements | Fundamental movements like throwing, catching, kicking, receiving, and striking that form the basis of physical activities. |
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Practice questions
- What are gross motor skills? Answer: Gross motor skills involve the large muscles of the body for actions like jumping, throwing, and running.
- Name two fine motor skills. Answer: Writing and drawing are examples of fine motor skills.
- Which body parts are mainly used for throwing? Answer: Arms, shoulders, and torso are mainly used for throwing.
- What is the importance of basic motor movements? Answer: They are important for daily activities, playing sports, and staying fit.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main focus of Chapter 1 of Khel Yoga?
Chapter 1 focuses on the basic motor movements of throwing and catching.
What is the difference between gross and fine motor skills?
Gross motor skills use large muscles (e.g., jumping), while fine motor skills use small muscles (e.g., writing).
Which body parts are involved in catching an object?
Hands are primarily used for releasing and catching an object.
What are the five main movements discussed in the chapter?
The five main movements are throwing, catching, kicking, receiving, and striking.
Why are basic motor movements important?
They are essential for daily activities, sports, and maintaining physical fitness.
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NCERT Class 4 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.