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How to ‘Spring’ Into Physical Activity During National PE & Sport Week

SHAPE America

National PE & Sport Week (May 1-7) is just about here. And with the celebration of healthy lifestyles, active minds and bodies, let’s reflect on the importance of physical education and sports. SHAPE America’s National PE & Sport Week allows us to showcase, promote, advocate, and show off our best ideas.

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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

Lynne Kenney with Zainab Khokha Physical Education class is an optimal setting for students to develop and practice the precursor skills that precede learning. Moreover, Physical Education promotes cognitive development by stimulating neural pathways associated with socialization and learning. 2019 ; Hardy et al.,

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What I’ve Learned About Spreading Kindness in My School — on World Kindness Day and Throughout the Year

SHAPE America

KYSHAPE provides daily slides with prompts, as well as activities and social media posts for each daily theme that administrators, health and physical educators, and other classroom teachers can use. As a health and physical education teacher, I teach kindness as part of my curriculum. minds event., but all year.

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Engaging Pickleball Activities for PE Classes

Gopher PE

Pickleball has rapidly become a favorite sport in physical education programs across the country. Introducing creative pickleball activities can further enhance the learning experience, making it not just about physical exercise but also about strategic thinking and teamwork.

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Grants For Physical Education

PLT4M

Finding the right grants for physical education can help take your PE department to the next level. Physical education grants can fund new curriculum, technology, professional development, and equipment. Here are tips, strategies, and a free grant template to get you started to get moving on your PE grants.

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Egg-citing Easter Games for a Hoppin' Good PE Class!

Physical Education Ideas

As the Easter bunny prepares to make its annual visit, it's time to hop into some egg-citing fun in your Physical Education program! 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! Looking for 8 more engaging Easter themed games? Click here.

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7 Fun and Creative Jump Rope Games

Gopher PE

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.