Skillastics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Sports and activities are ever-evolving, taking on surprising forms over the recent years that help encourage kids to not only get and stay active, but to consider their whole body health. Don’t believe sports are ever-changing? Now, there are 16 different sports including Ski Mountaineering and Skeleton.

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PLT4M

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity? Let’s dive in!

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Skillastics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Sports and activities are ever-evolving, taking on surprising forms over the recent years that help encourage kids to not only get and stay active, but to consider their whole body health. Don’t believe sports are ever-changing? Now, there are 16 different sports including Ski Mountaineering and Skeleton.

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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.

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PLT4M

JULY 15, 2022

When every school across the country went remote in March of 2020, there was a collective spirit around the benefits of physical activity for students. We celebrated the ingenuity of physical education teachers and students to find creative ways to workout at home. Then we went back to school. Free Fitness Lessons For P.E.

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PLT4M

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

It is no secret that physical activity is essential to a student’s development. But what is often overlooked is physical activity’s powerful role in managing student behavior. More on The Whole School Model Check out how physical activity and physical education are pillars of the Whole School Model.

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Skillastics

MARCH 10, 2022

Over twenty years ago, Speed Stacks® founder Bob Fox watched Sport Stacking for the first time on a late night tv show. An elementary school teacher by trade, he quickly became a sport stacking enthusiast, and began sharing the sport with others. But is Speed Stacking a sport? National Standards.

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Skillastics

JUNE 23, 2022

Can science really confirm that physical activity affects the way we learn? Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. But the connection to how the brain and physical activity work together goes much deeper. Absolutely.

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What's New in Adapted Physical Education

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Jeffrey Martin, and Pauli Rintala addressing their experiences within the field of Adapted Physical Activity and as research editors. in exercise and sport psychology in 1992 from the University of North Carolina, Greensboro. in exercise and sport psychology in 1992 from the University of North Carolina, Greensboro.

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Learning Through Sport

JUNE 3, 2023

Youth sport retention is a critical issue for many reasons. Regular physical activity is essential for children's health and well-being. Sport can provide children with valuable life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and goal setting. Sport can help children develop a sense of belonging and identity.

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Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Created by: Dan Tennessen, Doug Hallberg, LaDonda Porter, Stephanie Dickson, Shannon Maly, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions by: Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart Cooperative invasion games are team-based activities that promote teamwork, cooperation, communication, and strategy through small-sided games and activities.

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Learning Through Sport

OCTOBER 10, 2021

In a previous blog (available here ) I considered the idea of meaningful understanding of sport using a game based approach. In this blog, I explore the concept of meaningful sport further. Sport is a highly valued social activity. I.e. if you do not adopt an active lifestyle your life expectancy will be shortened.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The focus is on age-appropriate exercises such as bodyweight movements, light resistance training, and core stability work. Students also learn proper form and the importance of regular physical activity for overall health. These exercises improve strength, coordination, and help prevent injuries.

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Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

One of the many aspects of life affected was physical activity. All in-person recreation was closed, including youth sports, dance, martial arts, and exercise classes. All in-person recreation was closed, including youth sports, dance, martial arts, and exercise classes. Pandemic benefits of physical activity.

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Skillastics

MAY 10, 2022

Here are five easy ways to increase student engagement and movement in your students by 50%. If your program takes 10 minutes to set up, kids may be on phones, started another play activity with other kids, or even subdivided into smaller groups. Don’t worry, it’s possible. Their brains are still developing. Don’t believe me?

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Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

In recent years, amateur sports have become a thriving ecosystem. Kids start playing organized sports at increasingly younger ages, encouraged by coaches, schools, and often, parents. After all, sports promote physical fitness, socialization, teamwork, and discipline. This is not inherently negative.

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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.

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Physical Education Ideas

DECEMBER 30, 2023

What we are talking about goes beyond the traditional notions of physical fitness; it encompasses a broader range of skills and knowledge that empower individuals to participate confidently and competently in physical activities throughout their lives. Movement skills, much like numeracy, reading and writing, can be learned.

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Aspire-Ed

MAY 18, 2023

According to Sport England, physically literate children are more likely to be active for the long term – but more than half of children aged five to 15 in England aren’t doing the recommended daily amount of exercise. For many pupils, school provides the mainstay of their physical activity.

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Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

The activities in this module are designed to teach students how to move safely around a track (running loop) while exploring different locomotor movements and having imaginative fun with their classmates. Concepts introduced include physical activity in and out of school, basic nutrition education, safety and locomotor movements.

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Drowning in the Shallow

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The view we have of children shapes what type of PE, school sport and school based physical activity (PESA) we provide. We see their bodies, their movement and their character as something that requires fixing, and that … Continue reading A strength based approach to PESA →

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Aspire-Ed

MARCH 27, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that following an extensive quality assurance check by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) — Aspire Training Solutions and Aspire:ED has been awarded “ Enhancing ” status—the highest level of quality ratings that an education provider can achieve.

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Due to a variety of factors including less opportunity for physical activity throughout the day, more seated classroom time, and fewer foundational motor experiences (swinging, climbing trees, jumping rope, building forts, and kicking the can in the alley), children’s fundamental motor skills are on the decline ( Brian et al.,

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PLT4M

JUNE 15, 2023

Over ten years ago, researchers first set out to answer the question, “What is physical literacy?” ” “Physical literacy is the ability to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person.”

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Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Created by: Dan Tennessen, Doug Hallberg, LaDonda Porter, Stephanie Dickson, Shannon Maly, Nichole Wilder Special Contributions by: Aaron Hart, Andrea Hart MODULE OVERVIEW: Invasion games and sports involve an offensive team working to maintain possession of an object while attacking (or invading) a defensive team’s goal or target area.

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Gopher Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Because we are the movement experts. The CDC defines recess as “a regularly scheduled period in the school day for physical activity and play that is monitored by trained staff or volunteers. Here are just a few as outlined by the CDC: Increasing their level of physical activity.

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Carly's P.E. Games

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

My goal is to MAXIMIZE our time together with lots of movement, exercise, sports and games. Space Jam Warm-Up for the first month of school - Click Here Fitness activity called the "Train Game" - Click Here. Space Jam Warm-Up for the first month of school - Click Here Fitness activity called the "Train Game" - Click Here. (We

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Aspire-Ed

MAY 24, 2022

A key date in the school sports calendar is coming up. Sports Day is a chance to celebrate physical activity, improve teamwork, develop social skills, create healthy competition, build resilience and inspire active lives. With this ready-to-go Inclusive Sports Day resource. Customisable score table.

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School Yard

JANUARY 9, 2019

As priorities change, for many, physical activity and a healthy lifestyle can fall to the wayside. As an adult influence on students’ experience with health and fitness, physical education teachers can play a key role in encouraging students to make movement a priority throughout their lives.

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Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

It’s a paradox: we want children to be more active, yet we use their active time as a punitive measure to manage classroom behavior. 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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Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

For decades, children have been jumping rope as a form of movement-based fun. Jump rope participation provides students with valuable physical activity experiences that provide a relevant context for a variety of fitness-related lessons. Grade 8) Discusses ways to increase enjoyment in self-selected physical activities.

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Physical Education Ideas

OCTOBER 20, 2024

By integrating games like "Witches Hat Tag" and "Night of the Living Zombie Tag" (both found in the Night of the Active Dead resource ), you’ll channel their Halloween excitement into purposeful movement. Whether you have seasoned athletes or students who are new to sports, everyone can participate and have fun.

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Gopher Sport

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Parkour can contribute to meeting the SHAPE America’s National Standards and Grade-level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education in elementary schools. There are five different movement families within parkour: (1) landings, (2) spins, (3) vaults, (4) wall movements and (5) swings. Types of Movement Families: 1.

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Adapted physical education and adapted physical activity programs play a critical role in promoting physical activity and overall well-being for individuals with disabilities. In this article Alex X. About The Author : Alex X. In simple words, they become better at their lessons and learning.

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PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. In addition, we provide a clear call to action for schools and states to dedicate more physical activity opportunities and daily physical education to empower students.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

It’s important to have age-appropriate discussions with your students about how culture can affect health behaviors such as eating choices, physical activity, and even when to see a doctor. What kinds of facilities are available to be physically active? Use Sports Stories to Talk About Discrimination.

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Open Phys Ed

MARCH 21, 2023

Manipulative Skills: (Grade 6-8) Refines manipulative skills to improve performance in dance, fitness, and sport activities. Working with Others: (Grade 6) Accepts differences among classmates in physical development, maturation, and varying skill levels by providing encouragement and positive feedback.

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