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5 Tips for Teaching Physical Education Without a Gym

SHAPE America

At times it was a challenge, but the experience proved to be great for my mental health, creativity, and growth as a teacher. Be positive and prepared — as well as flexible and creative! We let students and parents know that we would be going outside in most weather conditions and that they should dress in layers.

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Fun Winter Activities for Elementary PE

SHAPE America

Because I still want my students to get outside for fresh air and some natural vitamin D, I’ve gotten creative with one of my favorite units, which focuses on a standards-based approach with teaching opportunities in social and emotional learning. This is one of the students’ favorite PE activities every year!

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5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

SHAPE America

Help ALL Kids Develop Fundamental and Foundational Motor Skills To expand “Motor Skills Monday” beyond National PE & Sport week, think of ways to include activities, games and creative opportunities to increase motor skill ability throughout the year. Be creative and include them in games and movement challenges.

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Meet Heather: The PE Teacher Who Redefines Resilience and Empowerment

Gopher Sport

Born with right hemiplegia, a partial paralysis on her right side—a condition as rare as she is unique—Heather has faced physical challenges from day one. When her physical limitations come into play, she finds creative ways to lead effectively. Heather’s journey is one-of-a-kind.

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THE PITFALLS OF 'MORE, YOUNGER' MINDSET Why Starting Kids Too Early and Pushing Them Too Hard Can Backfire in Youth Sports

Better Coaching

As children grow older, this conditional approval can encourage a cycle of anxiety and fear of failure. Strategies for coaches to reclaim play in sports: Incorporate games that develop fundamental skills but remain fun and creative. The child may feel that they are letting down their parents and, by extension, failing as a person.

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Make Recess a Positive Experience!

Gopher Sport

Just as we wouldn’t expect adults to endure six hours of non-stop learning, we shouldn’t subject young learners to such conditions. In my view, we can find more creative and productive ways to encourage positive student behavior without isolating them while their peers enjoy physical activity.

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Young Adult Turns Short Bowel Into Motivator for Full Life

Stanford Childrens

Getting off total parenteral nutrition (TPN) was the goal of Arizona and her mother ever since she was born with gastroschisis , a condition where her intestines grew outside her body during fetal development. She has a steady job, and she is studying creative writing at Mission College in Santa Clara, California.