Mindful Movement The best kind of play is one that combines fun and novelty with success. A 4 year old student of mine, who was not able to put together the required postural control, righting reaction, and attentiveness for hopping … Read More
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Parachute Surfing with Scooters Activity
I’m Tanner Roos from Linn Grove Elementary School (Linn-Mar) in Marion, Iowa. Recently we started using the parachute with my kindergarten through third grade students. The activity I’m going to highlight is called Parachute Surfing 2.0. You could also call … Read More
Activities to Support National Parks and Recreation Month
July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and it’s a great time to encourage more kids and adults to visit national, state, and city parks. What better way to spend outside at a park than with some physical activities that … Read More
Jump Rope Guide – Which Jump Ropes Are Best for Your Program
Below you will find a guide to help you decide which Jump Rope you should purchase and what factors to consider when purchasing a jump rope for your particular program and activity. Jumping roping provides a great cardiovascular workout, while … Read More
Race to the Galaxy – A Cooperative Game for PE & Active Play
I came up with the idea for Race to the Galaxy (originally named Space Colonies) after reviewing games on the PhysEdGames YouTube channel. Since I’m a huge Sci-Fi fan, I really wanted to add a space-themed activity to my cooperative … Read More
How to Make a DIY Puppet Theater for Kids
This DIY Puppet Theater can be used for many different themes in the classroom, afterschool, daycare, and other educational programs. Kids can learn storytelling, role playing, self expression, and more. It is great to use in categories such as Youth … Read More
Toss Four Game Variations for PE & Active Play
Learn 5 different ways to use this Toss Four Game for physical education class or general active play! If you are playing indoors, hang the target from any volleyball or badminton game standards. For outdoor use, hand it from poles … Read More
Using Makey Makey for Active Play & STEM
Recently I was introduced to this awesome little tool called the Makey Makey. This product has become so popular in classrooms, afterschool programs like the YMCA, occupational therapy, and many other industries. With the movie Civil War being so popular, I … Read More
A Religious Spin on the Potato Sack Race
Caterpillars & Butterflies (Based on 2 Corinthians 5:17) Everyone loves a potato sack race! Take the opportunity to turn this friendly competition into a christian learning opportunity. The game below, using burlap potato sacks, is from our friends over at … Read More
How to Play GaGa Ball in the GaGa Pit
What is GaGa Ball? I had heard of it. I knew that we sell a GaGa Pit at S&S Worlwide. I have listened to my kids tell stories about it in PE class. Yet, I still didn’t understand what ‘IT’ was! … Read More