S&S

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Sometimes a few bowling pins can add some out of the ordinary creative activities that will keep your campers and students engaged the entire time.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

I earned my National Board Certification in 2021, I was a TAP mentor teacher, and I’ve been a PBIS (Positive Behavioral Intervention Supports) coordinator in three districts. Use your creativity. I also enjoy facilitating professional development opportunities focused on team building and “Learning Through Movement.”

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Physical Education Ideas

MARCH 14, 2024

So, grab your bunny ears and let's dive into a basket full of festive activities that will make your PE class egg-stra special! The Importance of Easter-Themed Games in PE: While the Easter games are filled with fun and laughter, they also serve an important role in a Physical Education program. Click here.

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Gopher Sport

DECEMBER 1, 2023

As the winter season blankets much of the US in snow, it’s the perfect time to add the magic and joy of the season into your PE classes. In this blog, we’ve compiled 13 creative and enjoyable winter-themed indoor activity ideas that you can do with your students, turning your gym into a winter wonderland of movement and fun!

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Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Our adapted PE program (THE PEOPEL PROGRAM, (Positive, Effective, Outcomes, Peers, Enhancing, Lives)) will have a three-week unit on our wall learning to traverse and eventually climb. Obviously, we would like them all to go up, but medical restrictions challenge us to be more creative. After traversing we will move on to climbing.

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Gopher Sport

JUNE 6, 2023

Inexpensive, portable, simple to use, easy to store – scarves should be in every PE teacher’s repertoire, especially towards the end of year when you find yourself teaching somewhere other than your gym! Creativity begins to flow as the skillset (and the brain) grows!!! Use scarves as a prop during a dance unit. Happy Juggling!

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Gopher Sport

JULY 24, 2023

Jump rope is not just a simple childhood pastime; it’s an excellent way to keep kids active and engaged during PE. The rhythmic motion of jumping rope helps improve coordination, balance, and cardiovascular fitness. It’s a fun way to improve coordination and listening skills.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

At PLT4M, we teach and practice the underhand roll via fun and dynamic bowling activities for elementary PE. Teaching Underhand Roll Via Bowling Lesson Plans For Elementary PE Bowling provides an exciting and engaging way to teach the underhand roll in elementary physical education. PreK-2: 1.2.6 PreK-2: 1.2.9 Get Free Sample Lessons!

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As knowledge of the impact of motor coordination on children’s cognition and academic achievement evolves, physical educators are increasingly integrating rhythmic coordinative movement into their daily classroom activities to prime the brain for learning. There are so many variations here, use your creativity!

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The PE Hub

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Rainy Day PE: As a primary school teacher, you may be no stranger to wet weather causing havoc during the school day! Rainy days also often affect your lessons, especially when it comes to outdoor activities like PE. However, with some creativity and flexibility, you can still give the children high-quality PE, even with limited space.

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Gopher Sport

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Introducing creative pickleball activities can further enhance the learning experience, making it not just about physical exercise but also about strategic thinking and teamwork. Here are three innovative pickleball activities to bring excitement and skill development to your PE classes.

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Finding the right grants for physical education can help take your PE department to the next level. Here are tips, strategies, and a free grant template to get you started to get moving on your PE grants. Planning Your PE Grant Grants for physical education don’t have to be complicated! Get Grant Template.

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Gopher Sport

AUGUST 28, 2024

Here are five reasons to start teaching tennis in your PE classes: 1. Starting a unit you have never taught before might be intimidating, but USTA partnered with SHAPE America to write an easy-to-implement curriculum aligned with National PE Standards and Grade-Span Indicators! We are PE teachers. We know how to be creative!

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Gopher Sport

AUGUST 16, 2024

Watch hundreds of PE teachers Hula hooping (some for of the first time) at TAHPERD! In the time-honored tradition of bringing the best to the PE world, Gopher debuted ChulaHoops at SHAPE National this year. It also improves core strength, coordination, and increases mobility! Bigger is easier! BY FAR, the best hula hoops.

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Gopher Sport

JULY 31, 2023

Get ready to dig, set, and spike your way into this engaging Volleyball unit where students will develop teamwork, coordination, and fitness through a variety of lessons. Communication is key as students practice calling for the ball and coordinating with teammates.

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Gopher Sport

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Dive into the world of exciting and innovative physical education scooter activities with these ten creative ideas uploaded by passionate educators on x.com and PE Universe. Ultimate Scooter Stations Activity idea uploaded by Shannon Irwin , posted on PE Universe. View the activity idea on PE Universe!

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Physical Education Ideas

MAY 11, 2019

Not only helpful in PE, games can be incorporated into Math and English. We teach games in PE class to teach concepts like resilience and persistence. Just to name a few: critical thinking skills, creativity, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. I love watching creativity flow through active game sessions.

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

As knowledge of the impact of motor coordination on children’s cognition and academic achievement evolves, physical educators are increasingly integrating rhythmic coordinative movement into their daily classroom activities to prime the brain for learning. There are so many variations here, use your creativity!

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The PE Hub

APRIL 8, 2022

However, almost everyone knows the benefits participating in PE and sport has on children’s physical development, self-esteem, resilience, and mental health. How about a dance or gymnastics festival to tap into children’s creative and expressive nature? How can The PE Hub help you celebrate National School Sport Week?

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Skillastics

MARCH 10, 2022

As an educator, Bob was able to speak to PE teachers on a peer level. As a physical activity program leader, we know you’re looking for that combination of speed and hand-eye coordination training, along with a true cardio-enhanced program. But is Speed Stacking a sport? 30-Day Digital Speciality Programming - leave it to the experts!

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. ’ As schools tried to play catch up on core subjects, physical education (PE) took the proverbial back seat. But we need to have PE teachers backs! That was 15 years ago. Find a Time.

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PLT4M

JANUARY 30, 2023

These workouts can help improve strength, endurance, and coordination, while also providing a fun and challenging way to get a full-body workout. For example, a PE teacher will display a lesson or workout on a projector, and then move about the classroom to help give hands on feedback and guidance to students.

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TinCan Physed

JULY 24, 2021

ABC’S of Athleticism: Agility, Balance, Coordination, Speed Critical Understanding (Cognitive Domain of Learning) Includes understanding of physical activity contexts, rules, and tactics. This understanding is used to plan for tactical movement and demonstration of critical and creative thinking through movement.

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TinCan Physed

JULY 24, 2021

ABC’S of Athleticism: Agility, Balance, Coordination, Speed. This understanding is used to plan for tactical movement and demonstration of critical and creative thinking through movement. Critical Understanding (Cognitive Domain of Learning) Includes understanding of physical activity contexts, rules, and tactics.

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Active Schools Us

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

An encouraging PE teacher and a school that invests in PE can make all the difference. As the parent of a first grader who has been going to school virtually since March 2020 and a 4-year-old who tags along for some of the lessons, I was naïve to how critical PE is to a child’s ability to learn until this past year. Roswell, GA.

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Physical Education Ideas

OCTOBER 20, 2024

So, why not transform your PE lesson into a frightfully good time? With Halloween-themed games, like those found in this incredible resource with 12 spine-chilling activities — PE 12 Halloween Games: Night of the Active Dead I —your little monsters can stay fit while diving into the spirit of the season.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A few years ago, I had a student in a gait trainer who loved PE but couldnt fully participate in tag games. Creating an inclusive PE class doesnt have to be complicated. PE Modifications Grouped by Function Lets dive into some super simple modifications that can make a huge impact in your PE class.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

PE games for elementary students promote and enhance physical activity while helping students develop important motor skills, teamwork, physical literacy, and more. In this article, well explore various types of PE games for elementary, from tag games to team sports. Get Free Sample Lessons! Download Now!

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Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

It was encouraging that people quickly developed creative approaches to stay active and help their children continue activities. Even the best schools cannot meet all children’s needs, so schools are encouraged to coordinate with community partners to provide additional resources both in and out of school. 2020 Dec;17(1):1-8.

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