PLT4M

JULY 16, 2025

Cooperative games for elementary PE are more than just playful group activities—they foster teamwork, communication, and social-emotional growth among young students. These games help children build trust, solve problems together, and develop a sense of belonging in the PE setting. Download Now!

Elementary

SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Every May, we celebrate physical educators and coaches — the “champions” who help kids gain the confidence, competence, and motivation to be physically active in school, before and after school, and for the rest of their lives.

Motor Skills

Montessori Physical Education

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Open-ended games certainly seem to fit the criteria for providing “a conducive learning environment” while leveraging the inevitable emotional responses from the students participating in the games. Physical manipulatives (concrete) in the PE environment can represent complex ideas and concepts (abstract).

PE

School Yard

JANUARY 23, 2019

Motivating students to develop a life-long love of healthy movement and physical activity is just one of several unique challenges for PE educators. Creative Tools for Your PE Obstacle Course. The UCS Urban Adventure mats are designed for fitness activities in a safe environment. Classic Obstacle Course Equipment.

PE

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. Whether you’re introducing classic games or trying something new with elementary students, incorporating a variety of activities keeps them excited and active.

Elementary