PLT4M

APRIL 22, 2024

Key Takeaways on Gymnastics Lesson Plans Gymnastics lessons can be an excellent addition for elementary and middle school physical education classes! As students progress, the goal is to extend our time on the hold from 10, to 20, to 30 seconds if possible. Teachers can set the goal times based on the group they are working with!

PE Teacher

Stanford Childrens

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In this dedicated space, a specialized team cares for the smallest preemies, using specially designed protocols to protect their fragile brains, advanced equipment to help support their lungs and special feeding and nutrition approaches to help babies grow. We were constantly going to the pediatrician,” she remembers.

Elementary School

PLT4M

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

For younger children in elementary school, there also lots of different options for SEL lessons. FAQ What about SEL Activities for younger students? Many of the SEL activities for high school students can be used or modified for a middle school audience. Do other types of PLT4M lesson plans address SEL competencies?

High School

PLT4M

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Elementary PE Lesson Plans Elementary pe is the first step for students on their lifelong fitness and wellness journey. While at the middle and high school level there has been a transition away from a PE games focused curriculum, elementary PE lessons still center around getting younger students moving through gameplay.

PE

A Positive Approach To Teen Health

AUGUST 5, 2024

Have nutritional breakfast options on hand. This may sound elementary and your teen could roll their eyes, but simply having the conversation tells them you understand what they face each day and you care about their well-being. If appropriate, schedule shower/bathroom times for each child to avoid morning arguments.

Schooling

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Open PE – A great resource for elementary PE games and activities. What are the best physical education teacher resource? PE Central – A great professional development resource for PE teachers. PE Geek – Former PE teacher and thought leader in the world of physical education. Ones made for PE specifically!

Physical Education

PLT4M

APRIL 26, 2023

” As the nation’s largest membership organization for physical educators, Shape America has impacted elementary to high school physical education since its founding in 1885. Over the years, Shape America has helped to provide resources and professional development for physical educators at all grade levels.

Physical Education

Spark PE

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Elementary Standards: 1) Movement patterns and movement skills—locomotor skills. 10) Health, physical activity, and fitness—nutrition and hydration. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Elementary Standards: 1) Movement patterns and movement skills—locomotor skills.

Movement

Whole Child Sports

MARCH 26, 2020

After a quick meeting, the girls called Derevjanik at her day job at Bound Brook Elementary School, where she is charged with shaping the minds of 21 boisterous fourth-graders. “I Ward and co-captain Emily Toy were also called in. I could hear Cam and Emily on speaker phone, explaining the problem to Coach Jen,” says Steele.

Wellness

PLT4M

MARCH 5, 2024

At this stage of social-emotional development, there are countless preschool activities and elementary lesson plans on emotions. And as young children start to attend more formal schools, they continue developing basic social skills to navigate their different emotions and other people’s emotions.

High School

SHAPE America

JUNE 15, 2023

For example, in the nutrition unit, are the foods represented isolated to traditional American food or do they highlight other cultures like Ethiopian, Brazilian, Latino/a, and many more? My favorite elementary book is The Family Book by Todd Parr. Do students explore different cultural games and activities in physical education?

Schooling

S&S

AUGUST 18, 2023

Are you ready to turn exercise into an exciting adventure? In a world where screens dominate entertainment, it’s crucial to find innovative and engaging ways to keep kids moving and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Fitness

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Therefore, one of the best times to start talking about personal hygiene for teens is in late elementary school or early middle school. Altogether, talking about personal hygiene for teens can support them both in the short and long term. Yes, PLT4M has a full slate of physical activity units and PE lesson plans.

Middle School

Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

Recess is a common opportunity for physical activity in pre-K and elementary schools, but its implementation is typically less than optimal. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. 2017 Dec;14(1):1-24. 2020 Dec;17(1):1-8.

Physical Activity

Magnus Health

MARCH 19, 2025

Nutrition is especially important for brains that are still growing and learning to ensure that kids and teens stay focused and alert. In honor of March being National Nutrition Month, we wanted to highlight the connection between the foods students eat and how that can affect their ability to perform well at school.

Nutrition