Have you ever observed your students while at recess? I mean really taken the time to walk around and soak in all the different areas of the playground to get a feel for how students are taking advantage of their precious free time. As I've mentioned in a previous post called, Recess: Lessons from the Playground, … Continue reading P.E. Games – Inspired by Students
8 Group Games Using SCOOPS in PE
Plastic Scoops. They sit in our equipment closet year after year waiting patiently for their turn, their shot at a lesson plan titled: SCOOP SKILLS! Yet, there they remain with very limited use. Occasionally, I will take them out, blow the dust off of them, and practice some basic throwing and catching challenges. Soon after, I … Continue reading 8 Group Games Using SCOOPS in PE
April’s “Eat for Hydration” Challenge
With the warmer weather approaching, I've been taking some time during class to speak with my students about the benefits of drinking water. We've discussed why water is the best option for hydration, and why some juices, soft drinks, and sports drinks can be more harmful than good if consumed in excess. I also encouraged … Continue reading April’s “Eat for Hydration” Challenge