Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

2009) is a very good resource for integrated physical education in primary/elementary physical education. biomechanics, skill acquisition, exercise physiology, etc). If interested in a summary of Humanstic PE, I blog about the Helison idea here Figure 1. Sport education: Quality PE programming through positive sport experiences.

Physical Education

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2025

Effective PE sub plans are essential to ensure that students continue to engage in meaningful physical activity no matter who is leading the class. Well-thought-out PE sub plans not only help maintain the flow of the class but also ensure that students stay active, motivated, and safe, even in the PE teachers absence.

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Montessori Physical Education

JULY 6, 2025

My first reaction in my head was, "You don’t want to be a PE teacher." Yet, I am a PE teacher. Why am I telling my son not to be a PE teacher when that has become my chosen profession? Being a PE teacher is not the most lucrative profession, whereas being a professional athlete can earn a substantial amount of money.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

If you ask most elementary students what their favorite subjects are, the most common answers are usually physical education and recess. Elementary students get the majority of their movement during the school day in physical education (PE) and recess. As the American College of Sports Medicine puts it, Exercise is Medicine.

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Heartzones

MARCH 25, 2024

” ~ Bennett Ranch Elementary School (BRES) Administrator What was your first experience with Physical Education technology? Bennett Ranch Elementary generously was loaned the Heart Zones’ sensors during the 2019/20 school year. ” ~ BRES parent “It is great to be able to see how active I am when I am in PE!”

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Elementary P.E. Games

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

I’ll go into further details down below or you can go straight to the video You can use this activity as an Encanto brain break, Encanto quiz, or just as a fun movement game to get some exercise! If you’re interested in more brain breaks, elementary PE activities, or games for kids, then be sure to check out the Who Will Win?

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Elementary P.E. Games

MARCH 9, 2022

Patrick’s Day brain break, a classroom movement game, an elementary PE game, or a fun fitness workout for kids! Patrick’s Day PE Games: Find The Gnome. Patrick’s Day PE Games: Find The Gnome. Patrick’s Day PE Games: Leprechauns On The Run. appeared first on Elementary P.E.

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Elementary P.E. Games

MARCH 18, 2022

You can use this Spring brain break as a movement activity, an elementary PE warm up game, or as a fun workout to get your kids/students moving! Spring PE Games: Find The Gnome. Spring PE Games: Rabbits On The Run. Earth Day PE Games: Would You Rather? appeared first on Elementary P.E. How To Play.

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Elementary P.E. Games

JANUARY 4, 2023

Christmas PE Games: Elves On The Run. If you’re looking for more brain break activities, classroom games, or elementary PE resources, then be sure to check out my Facebook group called The PE Lounge. appeared first on Elementary P.E. Brain Break Activities – Who Will Win? Animal Race Showdown! How To Play.

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Elementary P.E. Games

APRIL 4, 2022

Spring PE Games: Rabbits On The Run. If you’re looking for more brain breaks, classroom activities, or elementary PE games, then be sure to check out my Facebook group called The PE Lounge. appeared first on Elementary P.E. Encanto Workout Game – Guess The Character! Spring Would You Rather? How To Play.

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Elementary P.E. Games

MARCH 28, 2022

PE Games: Yoga Freeze Dance. Spring PE Games: Rabbits On The Run. If you’re looking for more brain breaks, classroom activities, or elementary PE games, then be sure to check out my Facebook group called The PE Lounge. appeared first on Elementary P.E. Encanto Workout Game – Guess The Character!

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Elementary P.E. Games

MARCH 2, 2022

The game allows kids to be creative, get exercise, and most importantly have fun! Patrick’s Day PE Games: Find The Gnome. Patrick’s Day PE Games: Leprechauns On The Run. Patrick’s Day PE Games: Would You Rather? appeared first on Elementary P.E. Patrick’s Day then you came to the right spot!

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Carly's P.E. Games

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

We have the nicest staff, top notch administrators, wonderful students, and a terrific gymnasium complete with an abundance of equipment for our PE program. My goal is to MAXIMIZE our time together with lots of movement, exercise, sports and games. I feel so blessed to work at KHPS. Click here to watch a short video.

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Elementary P.E. Games

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Players will perform the exercises, dances, or yoga poses that follows once the timer reaches zero and the screen changes. If you’re looking for more PE games, classroom activities, and teaching resources then be sure to check out my Facebook group calle d: The PE Lounge . Brain break and workout for kids!

Dance

Physical Education Update

MARCH 18, 2023

it provides a ten-week series of video exercises to correspond with the Get Active! You can find the video series here: [link] Here’s the first video in the series: Dick Moss, Editor, PE Update.com To check out the PE Update.com website, Click Here! To subscribe to the free Fun Stuff for PE Newsletter, Click Here!

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Elementary P.E. Games

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022

Players will perform the exercises, dances, or yoga poses that follows once the timer reaches zero and the screen changes. If you’re looking for more PE games, classroom activities, and teaching resources then be sure to check out my Facebook group calle d: The PE Lounge . appeared first on Elementary P.E.

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Elementary P.E. Games

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

It can be used as a reading brain break or movement activity to get your kids moving If you’re interested in more brain breaks, classroom games, or PE activities, then be sure to check out the Who Will Win? Players will perform the exercises, dances, or yoga poses that follows once the timer reaches zero and the screen changes.

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Elementary P.E. Games

APRIL 2, 2024

Kung Fu Panda Would You Rather, makes the perfect brain break for kindergarten that provides fun exercise for kids. Some of the activities include just dance / freeze dance poses, exercises, and a variety of fun dances. A Fun Movement Game For Kids appeared first on Elementary P.E. Minions Yoga Freeze Dance!

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Elementary P.E. Games

MARCH 21, 2024

PE Games: Yoga Freeze Dance The post Bluey Spot The Difference! appeared first on Elementary P.E. SpongeBob Games For Kids – SpongeBob Races! Would You Rather? Brain Break Activity! Minions Edition Minions Yoga Freeze Dance!

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Elementary P.E. Games

JULY 26, 2022

Spring PE Games: Rabbits On The Run. appeared first on Elementary P.E. Encanto Workout Game – Guess The Character! Spring Would You Rather? Turning Red Brain Break – Spot The Difference! How To Play. See if you can beat all 6 levels of and be sure to have fun! . Minions Freeze Dance! The post Minions Yoga Freeze Dance!

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PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Exercise and academics are often seen as two completely separate things in education. Free Professional Development For PE From full courses to on-demand webinars, tap into the PLT4M classroom for continuing education opportunities for physical education teachers. . Students feel overwhelmed. Physical activity can help.

Academics

Mr. Kirsch

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

This idea is from Jon Peterson, PE Teacher Robert Frost Elementary Do not run into one another.

Gyms

Elementary P.E. Games

MARCH 26, 2024

Some of the activities include just dance / freeze dance poses, exercises, and a variety of fun dances. appeared first on Elementary P.E. Easter Would You Rather is a fun movement and dancing game for kids! Pick your favorite out of the two choices, and then perform the activity that follows. Spring Brain Break – This or That?

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Heartzones

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

My muscle doesn’t know the difference if I’m digging in the yard, carrying heavy shopping bags, or lifting a dumbbell.” ( Source & Study ) What is going on inside the body during strength exercises? Notice the elastic bands in the partner drills, that provide leg resistance exercise, while also providing cardio conditioning.

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

While there are other strokes like elementary backstroke and side stroke, when people refer to the 4 strokes of swimming, they are talking about: Freestyle Backstroke Breaststroke Butterfly These are the 4 main strokes because any type or level of competitive swimming has these in competitive events. What Are The 4 Strokes of Swimming?

Teaching

PLT4M

AUGUST 22, 2023

Only 26% of high school-aged students attend PE classes 5 days a week. Long story short, elementary through high school students are struggling. And again, we must reiterate that the health benefits of physical education are not limited to only our very young people in elementary schools.

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

Instead, PE teachers can introduce basic gymnastics skills in just about any gymnasium or space. As always, PE teachers can use their discretion and experience to determine what structure and format makes the most sense for their class and audience. Each exercise has written and video instruction.

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Elementary P.E. Games

APRIL 1, 2024

appeared first on Elementary P.E. Spring Edition! Minions Yoga Freeze Dance! Earth Day Freeze Dance! Spring Would You Rather? The post Earth Day Dance Battle: A Fun Brain Break Game for Kids!

Dance

PLT4M

MARCH 3, 2023

Virtual PE is becoming an increasingly popular way to provide physical education to students. Virtual PE is a great way to engage students in physical activity while teaching important physical education concepts. Virtual PE in the Age of Virtual Schools Virtual schools are here to stay. No matter where they are.

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Elementary PE Teacher

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

I have received requests from fellow physical educators regarding PE activities that can be performed in a small space – such as a classroom setting. The typical square size for elementary aged four square is 5 feet by 5 feet. Continue this routine until all students have moved through the exercise stations one or two times each.

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Arizona Health and Physical Education

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

When developing an IEP, regular PE would be the first consideration. If necessary, the team would next consider regular PE with accommodations or modifications to the curriculum and/or performance expectations. standard deviation points away from the mean on the Test of Gross Motor Development (TGMD-2).

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Gopher Sport

JULY 24, 2023

Jump rope is not just a simple childhood pastime; it’s an excellent way to keep kids active and engaged during PE. To add excitement to your elementary PE lessons, here are 10 fun and creative jump rope games that your students will love! Each card represents a specific jump rope exercise.

Creativity

Heartzones

JUNE 28, 2023

Four years ago, Ann Goff, the PE teacher at Lincoln Elementary, started researching heart rate sensors and step counters for her school when she came across Heart Zones. Ann was sold on Heart Zones after contacting Deb Berkey who then held a demonstration for 20 other PE teachers in that district during a professional development day.

Elementary School

S&S

AUGUST 18, 2023

Are you ready to turn exercise into an exciting adventure? By infusing physical activity with fun … Read More The post Health and Fitness Games for PE or Camp appeared first on S&S Blog.

Fitness

Gopher Sport

APRIL 10, 2024

Over the past 4 years I have been our districts Physical Education consultant enabling me the opportunity to adjust the curriculum and provide Professional Development throughout our district to the Elementary and Secondary Physical Education programs. Click on a button below to view videos of BlazePod being used in PE! A $489 Value!)

Motivation

Montessori Physical Education

JUNE 19, 2022

There was an article published in the Washington Post titled, “What Happened to PE? In it, Jay Mathews makes the case that when schools are looking to cut the budget, PE is the first to go, despite the fact that there is a positive correlation between PE and academic achievement.

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Elementary PE Teacher

DECEMBER 27, 2018

As an elementary physical education teacher, you notice the excitement more than most; it seems no amount of running, jumping, and playing can rid your students of their energy. Here are seven ways elementary PE teachers can use winter break to prepare for spring semester. It’s almost the holidays, and you’re exhausted.

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