Objectives (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Main Objective: Introduce the concept and basic rules of the game 'Capture the Flag' to students, encouraging understanding of how the game works and the importance of teamwork.

2. Secondary Objective 1: Develop the notion of space and movement, allowing students to understand the need to move strategically in the game.

3. Secondary Objective 2: Stimulate cooperation and collaboration among students, highlighting the importance of respecting the game rules and the individual skills of each participant.

4. Secondary Objective 3: Promote socialization and mutual respect through fun and playful activities, strengthening bonds of friendship and team spirit among students.

Introduction (10 - 15 minutes)

1. Review of Previous Content: The teacher starts the lesson by reminding students about the importance of physical exercise and games in our lives, emphasizing the benefits for health, the development of motor skills, and social interaction. This can be done through interactive questions, such as 'What games do you like to play in the park?' or 'Why is it important to respect the rules of games?'.

2. Problem Situations: The teacher proposes two situations to contextualize the need for the game 'Capture the Flag'. The first situation could be: 'Imagine you are in a forest and need to cross to the other side without being seen. How would you do it?'. The second situation could be: 'You are on a team and need to get the ball that is in the opposing team's field without being touched. How can you do that?'.

3. Contextualization of the Topic's Importance: The teacher explains that 'Capture the Flag' is a game that helps develop strategy, motor coordination, respect for rules, and teamwork. In addition, the teacher emphasizes that this game is very fun and popular among children of various ages, being a great way to exercise and have fun outdoors.

4. Capturing Students' Attention: The teacher can share some curiosities about 'Capture the Flag' to spark students' interest. For example, they can say that the game originated in France centuries ago and was played by soldiers to train battle strategies. Another curiosity could be that 'Capture the Flag' was one of the first games to be officially included in Physical Education classes in schools, due to its benefits for the physical and social development of students.

Development (20 - 25 minutes)

1. Theory Presentation:

   1.1. What is Capture the Flag? The teacher begins by explaining that 'Capture the Flag' is a game usually played by two teams, where each team's goal is to protect their 'flag' and try to capture the opposing team's flag without being caught.

   1.2. Materials Needed: The teacher informs students about the materials needed to play the game, which are: two 'flags' (which can be pieces of cloth, colored ribbons, cones, or any other object that is highly visible and easy to grab), and a 'territory' for each team (which can be a part of the playground, the park, or even a delimited space on the ground with adhesive tape).

   1.3. Objective of the Game: The teacher explains that the objective of the game is to capture the opposing team's flag and take it to their own territory without being caught. The team that manages to capture the flag of the opposing team and take it to their territory without being captured, wins the game.

   1.4. Game Rules: The teacher explains the basic rules of the game, which are:

   • Each team must remain in their own territory.
   • Players from one team cannot enter the territory of the opposing team unless they have been caught and are on their way to 'prison'.
   • When a player is caught by the opposing team, they go to 'prison' (a designated location in the opposing team's territory). To be released, a teammate must touch the captured player without being caught.

   1.5. Duration and Winner: Inform that the game can end in two ways: when a team manages to capture the opposing team's flag and take it to their territory without being caught, or when a predetermined time runs out. In the end, the teacher should reinforce that the main objective of the game is fun, and that teamwork and respect for the rules are essential.

2. Practice of the game 'Capture the Flag':

   2.1. Team Division: The teacher divides the class into two teams, ensuring there is a balanced number of players in each. If the number of students is not even, a student can be designated as the 'judge' or 'observer'.

   2.2. Field Preparation: The teacher delimits the playing field, placing the 'flags' in strategic locations in each team's territories. They must ensure that the territories are of similar size and that there is enough space for students to run and hide.

   2.3. Explanation of Rules on the Field: The teacher walks with the students through the field, reinforcing the rules and clarifying any doubts.

   2.4. Game in Action: The teacher starts the game, and the students begin to run, hide, capture flags, rescue teammates from 'prison', and have fun.

   2.5. Game Monitoring: The teacher must remain attentive during the game, monitoring the progress, encouraging teamwork, and intervening when necessary to ensure safety and respect for the rules.

   2.6. Game Closure: When a team captures the opposing team's flag and takes it to their territory without being caught, or when the predetermined time runs out, the teacher ends the game, reinforces the learnings, and promotes a group discussion for students to share their experiences and observations about the game.

3. Reflection on the game:

   3.1. Group Discussion: The teacher leads a group discussion, asking students to share what they liked and didn't like about the game, the strategies they used, the difficulties they encountered, and what they learned from the experience.

   3.2. Connection to Theory: The teacher makes the connection between the game practice and the theory presented, highlighting how the game rules, the importance of teamwork, strategy, and respect for rules were applied during the game.

   3.3. Lessons Learned: The teacher concludes the reflection by asking students to think about a lesson they learned from the game. It could be something related to the importance of respect, cooperation, fair play, strategy, or fun, for example.

Return (8 - 10 minutes)

1. Group Discussion:

   • As a first step, the teacher gathers all students in a circle for a group discussion. Each team will have the opportunity to share their experiences and highlight the strategies they used during the game. The teacher should encourage students to express their opinions and listen attentively to their classmates' contributions.
   • The teacher can ask targeted questions to promote reflection and exchange of ideas, such as 'What strategy did you use to try to capture the flag?' or 'How did you feel when you managed to rescue a teammate from 'prison'?'.

2. Connection to Theory:

   • After the discussion, the teacher connects the experiences lived in the game with the theory presented at the beginning of the lesson. The teacher can highlight how the game rules, the importance of teamwork, strategy, and respect for rules were applied during the practice of 'Capture the Flag'.
   • The teacher can ask, for example, 'How did the game rules help us organize our strategy?' or 'Could you perceive the importance of teamwork during the game?'.

3. Individual Reflection:

   • After the group discussion, the teacher proposes a moment of individual reflection. Each student will have a minute to think about what they learned in the lesson.
   • The teacher can ask two simple questions to guide students' reflection: 'What was the most fun part of the game 'Capture the Flag' for you and why?' and 'What was the biggest lesson you learned from the game 'Capture the Flag'?'.
   • Students can share their answers with the group, if they feel comfortable, or they can simply reflect silently on the questions.

4. Lesson Closure:

   • To end the lesson, the teacher thanks everyone for their participation and reinforces the main points learned during the lesson. The teacher can say, for example, 'Today, we learned the rules of the game 'Capture the Flag' and how to play it in a fun and respectful way' or 'You showed a lot of creativity and teamwork during the game. Congratulations to all!'.
   • The teacher can also suggest that students continue to practice 'Capture the Flag' at home, in the park, or during recess, to improve their skills and strengthen the team spirit.

Conclusion (5 - 7 minutes)

1. Lesson Summary:

   • The teacher starts the conclusion by summarizing the main topics covered during the lesson. They recap the concept and basic rules of 'Capture the Flag', the importance of teamwork and respect for rules, and how the game helps in the development of motor, strategic, and social skills.
   • The teacher can reinforce the key points by saying, for example, 'Today, we learned that 'Capture the Flag' is a team game where the goal is to capture the opposing team's flag and take it to our territory, avoiding being captured' or 'You saw how important it is to respect the rules and work as a team to achieve a common goal'.

2. Connection between Theory, Practice, and Applications:

   • The teacher explains how the lesson connected the theory, practice, and applications of 'Capture the Flag'. They highlight that through theoretical explanation, students were able to understand the rules and objective of the game. In practice, they had the opportunity to play and experience the learned strategies. And through group discussion and individual reflection, they were able to apply what they learned, share their experiences, and draw life lessons.
   • The teacher can say, for example, 'You saw how theory helped us understand the game and practice allowed us to experience the rules and strategies. And through reflection, we were able to apply what we learned and draw lessons for life'.

3. Extra Materials:

   • The teacher suggests some extra materials for students who want to deepen their learning about 'Capture the Flag'. It could be a book about games and activities, a video on the internet that explains the game rules in more detail, or even a visit to the park to observe other children playing.
   • The teacher can say, for example, 'If you want to learn more about 'Capture the Flag', I suggest you read the book 'Games and Activities: Learn and Have Fun' by author Maria Alice Faria, or watch the video 'Capture the Flag: How to Play' on the XYZ YouTube channel. And if you have the opportunity, visit a park and observe other children playing'.

4. Relevance of the Subject:

   • The teacher concludes the lesson by highlighting the relevance of 'Capture the Flag' for students' daily lives. They emphasize that, besides being a fun game, 'Capture the Flag' teaches important lessons, such as respect for rules, cooperation, strategy, and fair play, which are essential skills for life in society.
   • The teacher can say, for example, ' 'Capture the Flag' is not just a fun game, it teaches us many important things. It teaches us to respect the rules, work as a team, be strategic, and have fun fairly. And these are skills that help us not only in games, but also at school, at home, and in life in general'.