Ice Cream Parlor – “The Ice Cream Parlor is about to open. The manager is hiring anyone who can scoop the ice cream into a cone. Be careful not to drop the ice cream on the floor.” This is a favorite instant activity with my first-grade students. Before the students enter the gym, I greet them … Continue reading The ICE CREAM PARLOR is OPEN!
Pool Sharks – A PE version of BILLIARDS
Pool Sharks began as a station (center) with my second-grade students several years ago. I placed a hula hoop, half a pool noodle, and a 6-inch gator ball in the corner of the gym. Imagining the noodle as a pool stick and the hoop as a pocket on a billiard table, students were challenged to … Continue reading Pool Sharks – A PE version of BILLIARDS
JUMP for FITNESS – 25 days of JUMP ROPE and other EXERCISES
The trusty jump rope once again grabs the spotlight for February’s Flourish with Fitness Challenge. JUMP for FITNESS is designed to increase awareness of all the benefits from jumping rope. Jump rope is one of the most effective cardiovascular exercises. Along with benefits to the heart, jump rope also enhances coordination, agility, and strengthens bones, arms, … Continue reading JUMP for FITNESS – 25 days of JUMP ROPE and other EXERCISES