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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

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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Power-Up Rhythm and Timing in Physical Education Activities

Gopher PE

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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Making Adventure Accessible for EVERYONE in PE!

Gopher PE

Our students in chairs and those with low motor skills will be in charge of creating a “challenge” for our traverser. This in itself is a skill. The students are challenged with balance and coordination. These fine motor skills will test their patience as well as take them out of their comfort zones.

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Health Benefits Of Physical Education In Schools

PLT4M

Less than 25% of children achieve the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day. This is because quality physical education doesn’t just help students achieve regular physical activity in the moment. Balance and Coordination – Reduces the risks of falls. Bone Strength- Improves bone health.

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Reasons Movement Teaches Kids to Think and Learn Differently

Skillastics

Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. Our digital specialty programming , like Pilates, Folklorico, and Basketball can help kids achieve personal goals as they work to master new skills. Absolutely.

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

PLT4M

Martínez is a Project Coordinator for the Community Health Department at Lakeshore Foundation and an Inclusion Specialist for The National Center on Health Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD). Enhanced self-esteem: participation in physical activity can boost self-confidence and self-esteem.

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Why Game-Play is Important

Physical Education Ideas

Games motivate students to take risks and actions, persist through failures, set and achieve often difficult goals and put attention, time and effort to acquiring knowledge and skills. Games allow kids to practice and develop physical skills such as hand-eye coordination. How many times have you heard, “It’s just a game!”