SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.

Motor Skills 391

Motor Skills Sport Sports Sports 391

Open Phys Ed

MARCH 21, 2023

This can allow all students to also participate in social engagement and building connections with their classmates that can extend beyond physical education. Manipulative Skills: (Grade 6-8) Refines manipulative skills to improve performance in dance, fitness, and sport activities.

Middle School 98

Middle School Schooling Dance Physical Activity 98

Open Phys Ed

APRIL 19, 2024

In celebration of the Summer Olympic Games, we created 10 stations you can use for an Olympic themed Field Day. Each station highlights a sport included in the Summer Olympic Games and includes an activity plan and a station card. Etiquette (K) Recognizes the established protocol for class activities. (1)

Physical Activity 138

Physical Activity Dance Agility Physical Education 138

Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Created by: Doug Hallberg, Dan Tennessen, Jo Dixon, Mike Martinez, Kevin Daviero, Nikki Schaap, Jim Huggins Special Contributions by: Andrea Hart, Aaron Hart, Eliza Kuhn Flag football is one of the fastest growing sports for youth, especially girls. Identifies the rules and etiquette for physical activities/games and dance activities.

Middle School 86

Middle School Dance Schooling Academics 86

Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Created by: Doug Hallberg, Dan Tennessen, Jo Dixon, Mike Martinez, Kevin Daviero, Nikki Schaap, Jim Huggins, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions by: Andrea Hart, Aaron Hart, Eliza Kuhn Flag football is one of the fastest growing sports for youth, especially girls.

Dance 52

Dance Academics Movement Physical Activity 52

School Yard

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Backward chaining which initially involves the student to participate at the end of the task/activity vs. completing a series of complex steps can reduce frustration and promote feelings of success. Mix some of the active games in with time for sensory exploration and creativity. Champion Sports Tug-Of-War Rope.

Creativity 52

Creativity Physical Education Teaching Teaching 52

School Yard

JANUARY 23, 2019

Head over to the Physical Education category page to see what’s new. Also be sure to explore the Group Activities & Games tag page to find inspiration for lesson plans and active games for the whole class. Read More: Group Activities & Games. Make PE Engaging and Fun for All Students.

PE 52

PE Agility Motor Skills Creativity 52