Lacrosse and Jai-alai

Welcome back from vacation!  The first and second graders are starting the Jai-alai unit this week.  This unit will teach them how to play this popular summertime activity that works on hand-eye-coordination.  We will work on rolling, tossing, throwing, tracking, scooping, and catching the ball with the scoops.  The third and fourth graders will be working on these skills as well, but with lacrosse sticks.  Both groups will be learning the history of the sports along with how the sports are played.  Lacrosse has a very rich history, and has close ties to the New England area and our natives.  It should be a fun unit!