SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

Every May, we celebrate physical educators and coaches — the “champions” who help kids gain the confidence, competence, and motivation to be physically active in school, before and after school, and for the rest of their lives. Be creative and include them in games and movement challenges.

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School Yard

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Field Day is one of the most exciting events in a school year, and often a favorite event for teachers and students alike. A whole day dedicated to having fun and participating in physical activity is a great way to engage all students. Offer a Mix of Active, Sensory, and Creative Activities. Shop: Sports & PE.

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Physical Education Ideas

MAY 11, 2019

Research suggests that playing games offer a combination of both growth mindset and zones of proximal development – the sweet spot for learning that covers the area of what they can do with help and what a student can do without help. I know people (even teachers) wonder why we play games in class. is just “playing games.”

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School Yard

JANUARY 23, 2019

These classic pieces of equipment may already live in your storage space, but combining them with a little creativity can result in an engaging lesson plan. Creative Tools for Your PE Obstacle Course. Read More: Group Activities & Games. Read More: Group Activities & Games.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Additionally, well dive into equipment best practices and highlight key items that can support a wide range of games. A Full Library Of PE Games For Elementary Elementary PE teachers need a diverse set of games and activities for PE class to keep students engaged while building fundamental movement skills.

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