Sport stacking has always been one of favorite units to teach in physical education. Sport stacking is an excellent activity for all ages because it encompasses concentration, agility, hand-eye coordination, fitness and can be individual or team sport. I am … Read More
Hula Hoops are popular in many games and activities, whether it is a warm-up activity for PE, part of a lesson plan for students, or a themed activity to keep kids active. Hoops are a great choice for teachers because … Read More
Introduction to students: Who likes marshmallows in their hot chocolate? This activity is part of our winter games unit, which covers many throwing, catching and rolling experiences for our students. I use lots of non traditional equipment for many of my … Read More
This week for the #FeaturedPETeacher section on the PE Central Facebook page, the spotlight is on Brad Comer! About Brad: My name is Brad Comer and I am currently enrolled at Monmouth University training to become a Health and Physical Education teacher. I … Read More
By J.D. Hughes ( pe2themax.com) The Hula Hut Phenomenon I never knew since coining the phrase “Hula Huts” in a cooperative lesson I created in the mid-90s, entitled Hula Hut Relays, that there would be an overwhelming response worldwide leading to … Read More
A teaching observation is part of the checks and balances that ensures teaching and learning are occurring in the classroom. Whether you’re in year one or year twenty-five, you have to go through this process. This may inspire you to show … Read More
This week for the #FeaturedPETeacher section on the PE Central Facebook page, the spotlight is on Tracy Roessner! About Tracy: I teach K-8th grade PE at St Helen School in Chicago. I also serve as the school’s Athletic Director, Assistant Cross Country Coach, … Read More
Jennie Graves here from MSA West Academy. We are doing holiday stations in P.E. this week to get into the Christmas spirit. We also use it as a review of all the skills we have done for the second nine … Read More
Engaging middle school students in a Physical Education lesson can sometimes be challenging. With this in mind, I am always trying to be creative and come up with new and fun ideas that are engaging for students, but are also … Read More
This week for the #FeaturedPETeacher section on the PE Central Facebook page, the spotlight is on Monica Lassiter! About Monica: I teach Elementary Physical Education at Community Christian School in Tallahassee, FL. I teach PreK-5th grade to about 150 students. This is my … Read More
