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Where Are All the Soapbox Cars?

Physical Education Update

Perhaps as physical educators, we should provide more encouragement for creative improvisation. Here are some other ideas—some tongue in cheek and some not— that might improve our childrens’ dearth of plaything creativity: Make MacGyver re-runs required television viewing for all school-age children.

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Jump Rope Skills(Intermediate 3-5)

Open Phys Ed

Module Documents Complete Module Packet: Module Overview: Universal Design Chart: Required Materials: All Module Activities: Sample Lesson Plan: Academic Language Cards: Station Cards: Rope Selection Rule Poster: Jump Rope Progression Card: Creative Mode Station Cards: Long Rope Progression Card: Rhyme Card: Survival Mode Station Cards: Activity Plans (..)

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Ten Steps to Using PBL to Engage Young Learners to Move!

Fit and Fun Play

If you are looking for a fun and engaging experience for your students, consider a Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach that promotes critical thinking, creativity, AND MOVEMENT!

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Using Classroom Themes to Promote Movement Across the Day!

Fit and Fun Play

However, creative minds can keep a classroom fresh and lively simply by transforming the classroom space with a theme. – Written By Dr. Timothy Davis – As we head into winter, I often see teachers dreading the long cold days when children may have minimal opportunities to play outside.

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The Importance of Exercise

Physical Education Ideas

Kids exercise when they have phys ed class at school, during recess, at dance class or soccer practice, while riding bikes, or when playing tag. When this is done, kids usually let their creativity take over and handle the rest.

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HOPSCOTCH! Summer Fun for EVERYONE!

Fit and Fun Play

With its simple rules and endless possibilities for creativity, hopscotch offers not only fun but numerous benefits for physical and mental development. Hopscotch is a timeless game that has been enjoyed by children and adults for generations.

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Plug & Play Fitness Collection (Grades 3-12)

Open Phys Ed

Fitness Words with Friends Fitness Words with Friends [ PDF , WORD ] Words with Friends Letter Cards [ PDF ] Words with Friends Activity Chart [ PDF , WORD ] RPS Level Up (Push-Ups) RPS Level Up – Push Ups [ PDF , WORD ] Level Up Cards [ PDF , WORD ] Quick Links to More Fitness Rhythm Fit (K-8) Fitness Knowledge (3-5) Fitness Knowledge (6-8) Tabata (..)

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