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SHAPE America
APRIL 20, 2023
National PE & Sport Week (May 1-7) is just about here. And with the celebration of healthy lifestyles, active minds and bodies, let’s reflect on the importance of physical education and sports. SHAPE America’s National PE & Sport Week allows us to showcase, promote, advocate, and show off our best ideas.
Gopher PE
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.,
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PLT4M
OCTOBER 24, 2022
Physical activity and physical education are often confused terms in the world of education. We break down the key differences and provide examples between physical activity vs physical education. What is the difference between physical education and physical activity? Let’s dive in!
Skillastics
JUNE 23, 2022
Can science really confirm that physical activity affects the way we learn? Studies have proven that physical movement helps kids improve their memory, increase their motivation, and improve motor skills. But the connection to how the brain and physical activity work together goes much deeper.
Gopher PE
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.,
SHAPE America
APRIL 18, 2023
SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Include foundational skills (e.g.,
Gopher PE
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Looking for a challenging content domain to motivate children to learn a broad range of motor skills? This was demonstrated by the fact that a majority of children voluntary participated in parkour during recess when they learned it in physical education 1. Types of Movement Families: 1. Consider parkour! wall) surfaces.
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