Physical Activity Resources
Elementary PE Teacher Survey Results 2013
Click here to view results.
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Active Warm Ups for Students
Check out this list of ideas and games to bring excitement and fun to PE. This list was compiled by Karen Kenney, PE teacher extraordinaire from Vista Magnet Middle School.
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12 Days of FitnessBring this fun and lively dance to your classroom or your holiday celebrations to get people moving and in the holiday spirit!_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Alamosa Park Running Club
This elementary school has received great support from teachers, the principal, parents, PTA, the Education Foundation, and all school staff to create a success and motivating running club for students. Click here to read more.
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Health Education Links in Houghton-Mifflin Reading (K-5th)This chart highlights areas in HM where nutrition, fitness, and / or health related topics are incorporated. Use these links to give students hands-on and real-world experiences with these topics.
Do you have more ideas about fitting wellness-related topics into your curriculum? Please share with Amy Haessly at [email protected]. __________________________________________________________ |
Presidential Youth
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SPARK
SPARK: Countering Childhood Obesity Since 1989 SPARK is a research-based, public health organization dedicated to creating, implementing, and evaluating programs that promote lifelong wellness. SPARK strives to improve the health of children, adolescents, and adults by disseminating evidence-based Physical Education, After School, Early Childhood, and Coordinated School Health programs to teachers and recreation leaders serving Pre-K through 12th grade students. Visit the website to find FREE PE lesson plans, webinars, trainer tips, grant finder, and much more.
Advocacy Tool for Physical Education and Physical Activty from SPARK
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Integrating Physical Activity into the Complete School Day
This document from the National Association for Sport and Physical Activity gives a comprehensive list of resources for physical activity ideas that students can engage in during small amounts of time, and can be used by classroom teachers, physical educators, and anyone wishing to encourage youth to be active. This document also provides links to guidance documents that support other types of physical activity throughout the school day.
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Every Minute Counts - This handout describes the importance of daily physical activity. In English & Spanish.