Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Strategies for coaches to reclaim play in sports: Incorporate games that develop fundamental skills but remain fun and creative. Lost autonomy: Children who are constantly under adult scrutiny may fear making mistakes, stifling creativity and risk-taking. Reward effort and improvement more than outcomes like goals scored or games won.

Sports

Montessori Physical Education

APRIL 6, 2025

If we consider this model, it becomes clear that students who engage in an integrative approach to learning—where subjects are not isolated but instead interwoven—are more likely to be able to synthesize information and apply it creatively. This ability to connect ideas across subjects is what some may call "outside-the-box thinking."

Physical Education

Skillastics

APRIL 21, 2025

The wonderful people running these programs are often educators, childcare professionals, or part-time, young adults who wear many hats, and leading physical activity might not be their comfort zone. But heres the truth: you dont have to be a fitness expert to foster active, healthy habits in young learners. Kids need movement.

Physical Activity

Stanford Childrens

MARCH 3, 2025

This benefits a childs hearing and also encourages creativity, imagination, learning, physical activity, and more. These products reduce outside noise that may be competing with what theyre trying to hear through their headphones, so they dont need to crank up the volume. – Provide plenty of device-free time.

Academics

PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Platforms like Teachers Pay Teachers offer creative ideas, but most schools dont fund these purchases. These challenges emphasize the need for accessible, affordable, and complete resources that help educators deliver engaging lessons while meeting standards and promoting lifelong physical literacy.

Elementary

Gopher Sport

JUNE 27, 2025

The school believes that children are creative, caring, and full of great ideas. Every weekday, students start their day with a “Physical Activity Period” from [7:30] to 7:50 a.m. It’s a safe and fun place where kids can learn, play, and connect with each other—and PE class is no exception. But movement doesn’t stop there.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Teaching Underhand Roll Via Bowling Lesson Plans For Elementary PE Bowling provides an exciting and engaging way to teach the underhand roll in elementary physical education. Unlike traditional bowling alleys with long lanes and heavy balls, bowling in physical education is designed to be adaptable and accessible for young students.

Teaching

Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 27, 2025

The 4 Pillars of health we have focused on (Nutrition, Physical Activity, Sleep, and Stress Management/Relaxation) are addressed through a variety of engaging and activity-based lessons. Studies have shown that healthy students get better grades, attend school more, and often behave better in class.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

MAY 1, 2025

Physical Education is more than just sportsits about teamwork, leadership, and lifelong fitness habits. At the International School of Creative Science in the UAE, PE teacher Maryrose Camara is bringing all of this to life in a dynamic, culturally rich program thats engaging students in ways that go far beyond the gym.

PE

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2025

PE lesson plans have to balance structure with creativity. In PE, there are many directions you can go. A quality elementary PE curriculum balances skill development, physical fitness education, and play. At the same time, the curriculum must align with national or state standards.

Motor Skills

PLT4M

MAY 12, 2025

While invasion games are often associated with traditional team sports like soccer, basketball, football, ultimate frisbee, and hockey, they can also be adapted in creative and age-appropriate ways for students at all grade levels.

Elementary

PLT4M

MAY 9, 2025

But in physical education, there are countless fun and creative variations of tag that can keep the activity fresh, engaging, and educational for elementary students. Whether PE teachers want a quick game for an instant activity or fun variations to fill an entire PE class, there are countless options to choose from.

Elementary

PLT4M

JANUARY 29, 2025

In this article, well explore how these games align with SHAPE standards, preview our full slate of game options with activity descriptions, and share a full lesson sample from PLT4Ms K-5 offering to help bring these skills to life in your classroom. Makes safe choices with physical education equipment. Grades 3-5: 3.5.2

Elementary

PLT4M

JANUARY 31, 2025

Fun and engaging activities that emphasize movement, ball control, and coordination help students develop foundational skills while keeping them active and engaged. By incorporating creative and developmentally appropriate challenges, basketball can remain an exciting and accessible part of the elementary PE curriculum.

Elementary

SHAPE America

APRIL 20, 2023

It is time to explore what our surroundings have to offer, while maintaining our physical health. Going outside to be physically active helps increase a person’s mood, their fine motor skills, social skills, and personal wel-being. Never underestimate your ability to create and teach new games and activities.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

As a physical educator in northern Minnesota, I have to be prepared for long winters with lots of snow! Here are a few winter activities for elementary PE that include opportunities to practice personal responsibility, cultural studies, and physical fitness outside. This is one of the students’ favorite PE activities every year!

Elementary

SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

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. Be creative and include them in games and movement challenges.

Motor Skills

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Consider creating a competition about a health-related habit, like a physical activity challenge. Get creative and use your connections! Teachers come up with so many creative and inspiring ideas! Maybe you can incorporate some health-related trivia into the morning announcements. Be sure to check them out!

Health

Elementary P.E. Games

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It’s one of the most creative, detailed, and fun Thanksgiving-themed games with a very fun approach towards physical activity while also testing the reaction time of any player. All of these tasks show how creative and enjoyable Turkey Run really is. How do you play Turkey Run?

Creativity

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.

Physical Activity

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.

Physical Activity

School Yard

AUGUST 27, 2024

Kathy and Jennifer highlight how structured recess and physical activities foster healthy habits and enrich social interactions. Our expert guests share creative examples of play activities, emphasizing the benefits of peer teaching and inclusion.

Physical Education

Open Phys Ed

JANUARY 15, 2024

Jump rope participation provides valuable physical activity experiences for students that provide a relevant context for a variety of fitness-related lessons. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness. Standard 2. Outcome [E3.3-5c]. Standard 3.

Motor Skills

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? When families are active together, they spend additional time together and experience health benefits.

Physical Activity

Skillastics

MARCH 10, 2022

According to Speed Stacks® , the company that manufactures all of the official equipment required for competition, “By increasing bilateral proficiency, a student develops a greater percentage of the right side of the brain, which houses awareness, focus, creativity and rhythm.” National Standards. TRANSFORM YOUR PROGRAM TODAY.

Physical Activity

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.,

Physical Education

The Sporting

JUNE 26, 2023

Exercise for Dogs: The 7 Best Sports for Your Best Friend Most dogs are highly energetic, and they need to be frequently engaged in some type of physical activity to expel their pent-up energy. The handlers can get as creative as they want with their routine, and their dog would also enjoy a super fun physical activity.

Agility

Physical Education Ideas

MARCH 14, 2024

The Importance of Easter-Themed Games in PE: While the Easter games are filled with fun and laughter, they also serve an important role in a Physical Education program. Here's why incorporating these egg-citing activities can benefit students: 1.

Motor Skills

Open Phys Ed

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Teachers have told us that no matter what grade level they teach, they love looking through all three modules for quick and fun activities that reenforce fitness concepts while also providing health-enhancing physical activity that can build student fitness.

Fitness

Gopher Sport

AUGUST 14, 2023

And for an extra twist, encourage creative movement as they flip their way to victory! From volleyball to basketball, football to playground balls, these soft and durable itty balls are great for quick activities and for getting all students engaged in physical activity!

Gyms

Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Jump rope participation provides students with valuable physical activity experiences that provide a relevant context for a variety of fitness-related lessons. Grade 7) Explains the relationship between self-expression and lifelong enjoyment of physical activity.

Middle School

Open Phys Ed

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Jump rope participation provides students with valuable physical activity experiences that provide a relevant context for a variety of fitness-related lessons. Grade 7) Explains the relationship between self-expression and lifelong enjoyment of physical activity.

Middle School

School Spring Board

MAY 20, 2021

Objectives: Understand the connection between social emotional learning and classroom physical activity and how the COVID-19 pandemic requires creative approaches to keeping children active in school. Re)introduce tools for integrating physical activity in the classroom. Resources from Training: Slide Deck.

Physical Activity

Physical Education Ideas

MARCH 27, 2024

This includes setting clear objectives for the day, such as promoting teamwork, encouraging physical activity, and fostering school spirit. Choosing a Date (When It's Not Too Hot) Spring weather can be unpredictable, so it's crucial to pick a date that offers pleasant conditions for outdoor activities. Been there. Choose wisely.

PE Teacher

Sports for Schools

MARCH 30, 2023

Try to establish a routine for the day that includes physical activities. This helps to ensure that children stay active throughout the day. Be creative Encourage children to engage in creative activities like dancing, yoga, or indoor games that keep them active and entertained.

Creativity

Sports for Schools

MARCH 30, 2023

Try to establish a routine for the day that includes physical activities. This helps to ensure that children stay active throughout the day. Be creative Encourage children to engage in creative activities like dancing, yoga, or indoor games that keep them active and entertained.

Creativity

Skillastics

AUGUST 22, 2022

What can your afterschool program do to help keep kids engaged and active, while instilling a life-long love of fitness that doesn’t get lost in the shuffle? Get creative Change the scenery, order of exercise, or even topic. Creativity prevents boredom, and mixing it up a little bit keeps your program fresh.

Fitness