Academics, Movement and Physical Activity

Add Movement to the School Day to Boost Student Physical Activity and Learning

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

There are fewer sunlit hours after school for children to be outside and physically active. This time of year, it is increasingly important to incorporate physical activity into the school day. Elementary students get the majority of their movement during the school day in physical education (PE) and recess.

Physical Activity

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Physically active learning: Sharpening young minds through movement

Aspire-Ed

MAY 1, 2024

What if pupils could achieve higher academic attainment while ticking off their daily movement and exercise targets? With physically active learning (PAL), they can. PAL uses the brain-boosting power of physical activity to directly involve and engage pupils in education – with remarkable results.

Physical Activity

Physical Activity Movement Primary School Academics

Why I Embrace a More Inclusive and Empathetic Teaching Style in Physical Education

SHAPE America

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This conception of physical literacy has reinvigorated my propensity for human movement, physical activity, social justice, empathy, anti-racist work, and the celebration of diversity for fellow human beings on their physical literacy journey.

Physical Education

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Pi Day Movement Resources (K-8)

Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

This collection of instant activities serves to help teachers get students moving quickly, while also providing meaningful learning tasks with academic integration. 3-5) Describes the social benefits gained from participation in physical activity. (6-8)

Movement

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Physical Activity vs. Movement: Consider Both For Your After School Program

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Movement is defined as changing the position of one’s body parts relative to each other. Physical activity is defined as intentional voluntary movement directed toward achieving a goal. The definitions of movement and physical activity are different, but we use the words interchangeably.

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Physical Activity vs Physical Education

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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Physical Activity vs. Movement: Consider Both For Your After School Program

Skillastics

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Movement is defined as changing the position of one’s body parts relative to each other. Physical activity is defined as intentional voluntary movement directed toward achieving a goal. The definitions of movement and physical activity are different, but we use the words interchangeably.

Physical Activity

Physical Activity Movement Schooling PE Teacher

Movement Breaks For The Classroom – 15 Free Activities

PLT4M

JUNE 17, 2023

Movement breaks, or brain breaks, are opportunities for students during the school day to get up out of their seats and move. In this article, we explore the benefits of movement activities and provide 15 different free movement breaks for the classroom. First, movement breaks promote increased focus and attention span.

Movement

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Cooperative Invasion (High School)

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.

High School

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Active Classrooms Month 2022 – Webinar Recordings

Active Schools Us

MARCH 30, 2022

Incorporating movement into the classroom can be stressful without the proper routines to calm and refocus students. This workshop will provide a variety of tools, tips, and techniques to help teachers navigate the transitions between sessions of physical activity. Academic Accelerators. Let’s Rock it!

Academics

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New course: Physically Active Learning in the Early Years

Aspire-Ed

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

The foundations of our physical activity behaviours start in the earliest of years. Children who develop physical literacy in the Early Years are more likely to enjoy being physically active, and they have lower morbidity and mortality across their life course. But how do you create this movement philosophy?

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Jump Rope Skills(Intermediate 3-5)

Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

Created by: Jenna Knapp & Aaron Hart Special Contributions: Deedi Boland Design: Jennifer Truong For thousands of years, children have been jumping rope as a form of movement-based fun. Demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns. Analyzes movement situations and applies movement concepts (e.g.,

Motor Skills

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Benefits of Physical Activity In Schools

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. Get Access Here.

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Reasons Movement Teaches Kids to Think and Learn Differently

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.

Movement

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Physical Activity and Sport-Skill Development Activities Afterschool Programs Provide

Skillastics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Clearly, physical activity doesn’t have to be your cookie-cutter team sport to encourage a healthy and life-long physical activity journey for kids. What else is out there, and why should we consider them as not only viable options but equally important in a kids’ physical activity journey? Shop now 1.

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Rhythm Fit (Grades K-8)

Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 11, 2022

These activities provide an opportunity for teachers to integrate rhythmic movement in a fun and engaging way. As physical educators, one of our objectives is to encourage students to use physical activities as vehicles for self-expression. All Module Activities: [PDF, WORD]. Module Documents.

Fitness

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Run for Fun (Grades K-2)

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.

Nutrition

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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

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.,

Physical Education

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Physical Literacy - Your 2024 Physical Education Development Goal

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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Team Invasion (Middle School)

Open Phys Ed

OCTOBER 20, 2023

This module builds on the Invasion Basics module for grades 3-5 and provides lead-up activities and small-sided games aimed at developing the movement concepts, movement patterns, and strategic knowledge commonly associated with invasion sports. Register for FREE today to access all of the modules.

Middle School

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The Importance of Family Engagement in Physical Activity and Physical Education

School Yard

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

There is much research supporting family engagement in children’s education being one of the building blocks for academic success, but what about physical activity and living an active and healthy lifestyle for a lifetime? This is essentially a framework for planning physical activity in and around the school community.

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Skillastics® Speed Stacking: The Physical Activity Your Program is Missing

Skillastics

MARCH 10, 2022

Skillastics® partnered with Speed Stacks® to help increase movement while simultaneously developing Cup Stacking Skills. By incorporating increased movements and aerobic exercises, Speed Stacks® Skillastics® integrates the missing aerobic activity piece. Our Ultimate Speed Stacks Skillastics® package is the perfect solution.

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Health Benefits Of Physical Education In Schools

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.

Physical Education

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Every Day is Game Day

Open Phys Ed

MARCH 11, 2024

Slap 21: Leaning Tower: Treasure Hunt: Cone Catcher: Chariot Race: Assessments Academic Language Quiz: Holistic Performance Rubric: Journal Every Day is Game Day Journal: Teacher Reflection Self-Evaluation/Reflection Guide: Can’t see the file links? 4) Exhibits etiquette and adherence to rules in a variety of physical activities. (5)

Physical Activity

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Physical Activity and Sport-skill Development Activities After School Programs Provide

Skillastics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Clearly, physical activity doesn’t have to be your cookie-cutter team sport to encourage a healthy and life-long physical activity journey for kids. What else is out there, and why should we consider them as not only viable options but equally important in a kids’ physical activity journey?

Physical Activity

Physical Activity Sports Sports Sport

COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

One of the many aspects of life affected was physical activity. Implementation of these restrictions raised questions about what happened to physical activity during the pandemic, and investigators got busy trying to answer those questions and the related question of what happened to sedentary behavior (sitting).

Physical Activity

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Volleyball (High School)

Open Phys Ed

MAY 8, 2023

Manipulative Skills: (Grades 9-12) Demonstrates competency and/or refines activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities. Social Interaction: (Grades 9-12) Identifies and evaluates the opportunity for social interaction and social support in self-selected physical activities.

High School

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Our Nation’s Education System Needs Active Schools – and YOU as a Champion for Them

Active Schools Us

APRIL 1, 2022

Data from CDC pretty much tells the story: less than one-quarter (24%) of children 6 to 17 years of age participate in 60 minutes of physical activity every day. This 60-minute recommendation comes from the federal government’s Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans which is grounded in the most current scientific evidence.

Education

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Basketball (Grades 9-12)

Open Phys Ed

APRIL 9, 2024

SIGN UP HERE OPEN Priority Outcomes: Etiquette: (Grades 9-12) Exhibits proper etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in physical activity and/or social dance. Manipulative Skills: (Grades 9-12) Demonstrates competency and/or refines activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Dance

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ISBE PE Standards & Curriculum Alignment

PLT4M

OCTOBER 23, 2023

We unpack these 6 standards and how physical education teachers can utilize PLT4M to align to the Illinois learning standards. 6 ISBE Pe Standards There are 6 ISBE PE standards for physical education teachers to consider. ” Here, technology in physical education plays an important role in self-assessment.

PE

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Volleyball (Middle School)

Open Phys Ed

MARCH 21, 2023

Grade 8) Responds appropriately to participants’ ethical and unethical behavior during physical activity by using rules and guidelines for resolving conflicts. Grade 8) Demonstrates respect for self by asking for help and helping others in various physical activities.

Middle School

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The Whole School Model To Physical Education & Activity

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

By dedicating physical education (PE) and physical activity (PA) as one of the ten components of the Whole School Model, a new emphasis on physical health opens the door to how we look at PE and PA in schools. The Lofty Task of 60 Minutes a Day There is no question that students need regular physical activity.

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Curriculum Mapping For Physical Education

PLT4M

JULY 18, 2023

Coincidentally, the same percentage of students do not attend weekly PE class, and less than a quarter of kids meet the CDC guidelines for 60 minutes of activity a day. Not only is physical wellness on the decline, we are also seeing an increase in mental illness a, declining academic performance, and troublesome classroom behavior issues.

Physical Education

Physical Education Education Education Motor Skills

Plug and Play Classroom Management (K-12)

Open Phys Ed

AUGUST 14, 2023

It includes activities that are focused on helping reinforce concepts such as cooperation, teamwork, and leadership within physical education classes. These activities can be used in the beginning of the school year, or anytime you welcome students back after holidays or breaks.

Academics

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Supporting Black Students in Physical Education

SHAPE America

JUNE 23, 2022

As we are all aware by now, critical race theory (CRT) has been of fierce discussion in numerous parts of the United States, reducing an established academic framework to a catch-all term that falsely villainizes white people. is an equity scholar who specializes in health, physical activity, and education. Additional Resources.

Physical Education

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Make Recess a Positive Experience!

Gopher PE

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

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. This is a valid concern and one that physical educators should take seriously. It’s a valid point; too much idle chatter can impede physical activity.

Physical Activity

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Locomotor and Manipulative Skills (Primary K-2)

Open Phys Ed

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

All Module Activities: [PDF, WORD]. Academic Language Cards: [PDF, WORD]. Activity Card Set: [PDF, WORD]. VALUES PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. Students recognize the value of physical activity for physical, emotional, and mental health. MOVEMENT SKILLS & CONCEPTS. Module Documents.

Physical Activity

Physical Activity Physical Education Assessment Movement

Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

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.,

Physical Education

Physical Education Motor Skills Education Education

Street Racket (Grades 3-5)

Open Phys Ed

MAY 22, 2023

The game of Street Racket was created in Switzerland to promote healthy lifestyles and well-being, but also to bring people together through racket games and movement. The activities within this module develop and reinforce responsible behaviors, while introducing racket skills that may be new to some students.

Teacher Feedback

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Roundnet(HS 9-12)

Open Phys Ed

JULY 10, 2023

SIGN UP HERE OPEN Priority Outcomes: Etiquette: (Grades 9-12) Exhibits proper etiquette, respect for others, and teamwork while engaging in physical activity and/or social dance. Manipulative Skills: (Grades 9-12) Demonstrates competency and/or refines activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Dance

Dance Academics Physical Activity Movement

Educational Gymnastics

Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

This module includes activities that are designed to develop movement concepts and body control. Our focus remains on safe movement exploration versus competitive gymnastics proficiency. Activities in this module provide fun challenges to students of all ability levels with safety always the priority. Module Documents.

Education

Education Education Physical Activity Movement

Should Physical Education Be Required?

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

But even as PE classes have evolved, the arguments against physical education in schools have persisted: “Physical education classes take up valuable school time that could be otherwise dedicated to math, science, or other core subjects.”

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The Adventure Mile (Middle School)

Open Phys Ed

MARCH 20, 2022

Students will also benefit from the Form 101 component of this module, which teaches fundamental athletic skills, running posture, leg movements, and arm movements. Rising New York Road Runners is a free, nationwide program that helps youth develop the ability, confidence, and desire to be physically active for life.

Middle School

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Want to make your students hearts smile? 6 Valentine's Day Games for PE class

Physical Education Ideas

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love and friendship than by incorporating some heartwarming games into your Physical Education program? For example, use the Heart Hunt Relay to pose educational questions inside each heart.

Dance

Dance Physical Education PE Academics

Add Movement to the School Day to Boost Student Physical Activity and Learning

Physically active learning: Sharpening young minds through movement

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Why I Embrace a More Inclusive and Empathetic Teaching Style in Physical Education

Pi Day Movement Resources (K-8)

Physical Activity vs. Movement: Consider Both For Your After School Program

Physical Activity vs Physical Education

Physical Activity vs. Movement: Consider Both For Your After School Program

Movement Breaks For The Classroom – 15 Free Activities

Cooperative Invasion (High School)

Active Classrooms Month 2022 – Webinar Recordings

New course: Physically Active Learning in the Early Years

Jump Rope Skills(Intermediate 3-5)

Benefits of Physical Activity In Schools

Reasons Movement Teaches Kids to Think and Learn Differently

Physical Activity and Sport-Skill Development Activities Afterschool Programs Provide

Rhythm Fit (Grades K-8)

Run for Fun (Grades K-2)

Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Physical Literacy - Your 2024 Physical Education Development Goal

Team Invasion (Middle School)

The Importance of Family Engagement in Physical Activity and Physical Education

Skillastics® Speed Stacking: The Physical Activity Your Program is Missing

Health Benefits Of Physical Education In Schools

Every Day is Game Day

Physical Activity and Sport-skill Development Activities After School Programs Provide

COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Volleyball (High School)

Our Nation’s Education System Needs Active Schools – and YOU as a Champion for Them

Basketball (Grades 9-12)

ISBE PE Standards & Curriculum Alignment

Volleyball (Middle School)

The Whole School Model To Physical Education & Activity

Curriculum Mapping For Physical Education

Plug and Play Classroom Management (K-12)

Supporting Black Students in Physical Education

Make Recess a Positive Experience!

Locomotor and Manipulative Skills (Primary K-2)

Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Street Racket (Grades 3-5)

Roundnet(HS 9-12)

Educational Gymnastics

Should Physical Education Be Required?

The Adventure Mile (Middle School)

Want to make your students hearts smile? 6 Valentine's Day Games for PE class

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