Gopher Sport

APRIL 16, 2025

In todays fast-paced educational landscape, it is more critical than ever for physical educators to be intentional and purposeful in lesson planning. In the realm of elementary physical education, this means transforming routine activities into engaging, interactive experiences that resonate with every student.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

In the world of international education, there are those who simply teach, and then there are educators like Allison Deakin, Head of Department for Elementary PE and Swimming, JV & Varsity Badminton Coach, and former Activities Coordinator at GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA). But she has turned these obstacles into opportunities.

PE

Montessori Physical Education

JUNE 8, 2025

Too often, it is stuck in isolation like a dusty gym mat in the corner. Is our hesitation to collaborate setting up a veneer that gym class is its own thing, with zero connection to the rest of the school? Language arts teachers are writing persuasive essays on environmental science. However, are we doing this to ourselves?

PE

Mr. Kirsch

JANUARY 21, 2025

Feed The Alligators State Standard: 1, 3, & 4 Equipment: Mats, Cones, Baskets, and Scooters Grade: K-2 Purpose of Event: Moving in General Space, Manipulative Skills, and Throwing Time: 18-25 minutes Organization: Scatter ball pit balls all over the gym floor. Set six color-coded baskets in the middle of the gym on top of the four mats.

Gyms

Learning Through Sport

JANUARY 31, 2025

In my last post here , I considered what it means to teach physical education for effective learning. In this blog, I connect back to an idea I have discussed before in relation to games based teaching here , that is making a physical education program meaningful. This is because physical education teachers are educators.

Physical Education

PLT4M

JUNE 13, 2025

The right instant activities for elementary PE can help kick off physical education class with energy and structure. In this article, we explore a variety of instant activities that physical education teachers can tap into throughout the year. Let’s dive in! Let’s dive in! What Are Instant Activities for Elementary PE?

Elementary

S&S

JULY 14, 2025

When we think about physical education, we often picture students running laps, playing games, or mastering a new sport.

Gyms

Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This approach, which Ive labeled More, Younger, insists that increased time on the field, in the gym, or on the court is the surest path to success, scholarships, and lifelong athletic achievement.

Sports

Gopher Sport

APRIL 24, 2025

Hosting a field day event for adapted physical education students in their communities is an initiative that fosters inclusivity, promotes physical activity, and builds strong connections. These are posted around the gym so all visiting students can see their school name and colors.

High School

PLT4M

JANUARY 27, 2025

Elementary physical education teachers have a lot to cover! We have put together a free sample of elementary PE lesson plans that are sure to spark excitement with elementary students in physical education class.

Elementary

PLT4M

JULY 25, 2025

But physical education isn’t one-size-fits-all. From kindergarten to high school, students grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Quality physical education programs adapt and change with their students. PLT4M’s physical education curriculum is built with and by PE teachers—for PE teachers.

Motor Skills

PLT4M

JULY 16, 2025

By designing lessons with Standard 3 in mind, teachers can help students grow into thoughtful, respectful teammates—skills that extend far beyond the gym. That’s where thoughtful planning and guidance from the physical education teacher comes in. As a physical education teacher, how you frame these activities matters.

Elementary

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

Gopher Sport

MARCH 3, 2025

It is fun and awesome way for the kids to experience and become completely engaged with bowling in their Physical Education classes. Students start at a close range (size of the gym could determine where you start) and only try to knock 3 pins down. We do not worry about scoring. Then students go from 3 to 5 pins.

PE

PLT4M

MAY 9, 2025

In this article, well explore how these engaging tag games for elementary PE align with SHAPE standards, highlight a variety of game options with detailed activity descriptions, and share a full lesson sample from PLT4Ms K-5 physical education curriculum to help you bring these skills to life in your classroom. Get Free Sample Lessons!

Elementary

PLT4M

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Fun Jump Rope Activities for Elementary PE There are many different ways to make jumping rope fun for elementary students in physical education class. Bonus Graphic – Help Students Pick Jump Rope At the heart of a successful jump rope activity in physical education is ensuring students have the right jump rope size.

Elementary

Montessori Physical Education

JULY 6, 2025

When they got to the career question, to my complete shock, they said Marshall wanted to be a gym teacher. An Unexpected Answer When it was Marshall's turn, I whipped out my phone to record him and the answers to the inevitable classroom questions. My chin hit the floor, and in the video, you can hear an audible "what?" come out of me.

PE Teacher

PLT4M

MARCH 18, 2025

Physical education teachers can modify soccer games to work inside the gym or outdoors, allowing for flexibility depending on the space available. Identifies and participates in physical activities representing different cultures. Describes physical activities that represent a variety of cultures around the world.

Elementary

SHAPE America

AUGUST 4, 2022

Are you losing your gym space for a class period, a day, a week or longer? At some point, most physical education teachers have had to give up the gym for a concert, rehearsal, assembly, construction, or other school/community activity. And, although teaching PE without a gym is not ideal, it is possible.

Gyms

Montessori Physical Education

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The game is played on a grid that can be made by making lines in the ground or using the court lines of a gym. Materials: A gym or sizeable outdoor play space If you are outside, you will need something to make playing lines, like rubber disc dots, cones, or even spray paint, to make the necessary grid.

Gyms

SHAPE America

JUNE 4, 2024

Teaching in the gym was far different from teaching in an ordinary classroom. Young educators are often deterred from joining professional organizations because they can be viewed as expensive or a waste of time to someone who is already stretched thin, trying to put their best efforts into their classroom each day.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

MAY 23, 2023

As an elementary physical education teacher in the Bronx, NY, I’m always looking for ways to stretch my PE budget and introduce my students to new physical activities. Here are some examples of the types of grants I’ve received, along with my advice on how you might find similar grants for your physical education classes.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

MARCH 14, 2023

Each year, our school’s Gone Fishin’ trip combines physical education with outdoor recreation. As our date approached, we used several physical education classes to help students prepare for the day and what to expect. Students brainstormed and role-played strategies for embracing the unexpected and having an open mind.

Recreation

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

There are fewer sunlit hours after school for children to be outside and physically active. This time of year, it is increasingly important to incorporate physical activity into the school day. Adding more movement — through physical education, recess and active classrooms — is essential for beating the almost-winter blues.

Physical Activity

SHAPE America

OCTOBER 12, 2023

KYSHAPE provides daily slides with prompts, as well as activities and social media posts for each daily theme that administrators, health and physical educators, and other classroom teachers can use. As a health and physical education teacher, I teach kindness as part of my curriculum. The impact of health.

Schooling

SHAPE America

AUGUST 2, 2023

How do you know what to teach in your physical education classes? I am a National Board Certified elementary physical education teacher with more than 13 years of experience. In 2022, I was honored to be named the SHAPE America National Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year.

Physical Education

SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

As a physical educator in northern Minnesota, I have to be prepared for long winters with lots of snow! With a little creativity and using the resources around your school, you can enjoy teaching physical fitness, social and emotional learning, and responsibility during PE — even in the winter months!

Elementary

Physical Education Update

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

One thing about physical educators is that they realize the value of making lessons fun. This often applies for those physical educators who teach academic subjects. I’m not sure whether she had to does this in the gym, or with crumpled piece of paper in the trash can in the classroom).

Academics

Physical Education Update

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Not long ago, while rubbing the sleep from my eyes and nudging the dog off the bed, I overheard the Romanian announcers discussing the state of physical education and youth fitness in their country. Many students don’t take PE because they don’t wish to carry their gym clothing with them during the school day.

Physical Education

Active Schools Us

OCTOBER 11, 2022

I’ve spent much of my career working with and talking to hundreds of physical educators around the United States. For many physical educators, parents come into our classrooms with deeply held preconceptions – both good and bad. Great physical education empires are not built in a single day.

Physical Education

Physical Education Update

AUGUST 12, 2022

A trend in physical education has been to make PE classes less difficult so that every student can enjoy them. The video above shows an example of how Crossfit concepts can be used in a high school physical education setting, as a program for students who want to work harder than in their traditional PE classes.

Physical Education

PLT4M

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

So should physical education be required? Suppose the big-picture goal of education is to equip students with a robust set of skills and knowledge to live successful lives. In that case, a quality physical education program should be a staple of any comprehensive educational system.

Physical Education

Physical Education Update

JANUARY 18, 2023

When we think of physical education classes, we automatically envision students exercising in a gym. Three PE Update.com articles that describe in-class physical education activities are: Non-Elimination Musical Chairs , Fitness Breaks , and Favourite Sports Routines.

Physical Education

Arizona Health and Physical Education

APRIL 18, 2023

(and some fun games to try with your students) April 2023 Greetings Arizona Health and Physical Education members! This month I’d like to offer everyone a set of games I’ve used in my unified physical education courses when everyone needs to just have a little fun! What’s the difference?

Physical Education

Carly's P.E. Games

MAY 23, 2021

My gym allows for 7-8 roads. Place 2 scooters under a gym mat. I match the color scooter to the color cone so even our youngest preschool students can clearly understand where to ride. This is a great chance for the students to try "Turbo Speed" because it is safe to do so. Students can line up behind any color cone for a turn.

Physical Education

Gopher Sport

JULY 26, 2024

Do your students ever walk into your gym and feel at peace? As physical educators, I believe that we can make a big difference in the gym, teaching peace and love through our everyday practices. As my students come to the gym, the first thing they see are the two signs below! May I please help you?’ YOU go first!”

Physical Education

Keeping Kids in Motion

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

I present to you three Halloween challenges for the classroom, gym, or home. The anticipation of parties, costumes, and candy is almost unbearable. Why not add some Halloween exercises to the mix? Each activity is a.

Gyms