PBS
Pbs Teachers: Sports Screeners
Examine how physical activity and sports are depicted in movies and on television. Hypothesize how images of physical activity and sports depictions in entertainment can influence young people's attitudes and behaviors.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe: Online Study Tools: Self Check Quiz on a Personal Fitness Program
The online assessment demonstrates knowledge of exercise and fitness. The questions evaluate students on designing a personal fitness program.
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The Grain Chain: Stepping Out: Pedometer Experiment [Pdf]
Use your skills of estimation, observation, and data collection to calculate the amount of energy used during your normal walking throughout the day. Use of a pedometer is suggested, but walking steps could be counted by students while...
Curated OER
Kids Health: It's Time to Exercise
This 4-page article provides tips for exercising and doing physical activities in a variety of situations. Learn how to exercise and have fun in different types of weather and read about ways to participate in physical activities in...
Curated OER
Kids Health: Kids and Exercise
Information about kids and exercise. Includes an age-appropriate guide to the type and the amount of daily exercise children should be getting.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Kids and Exercise
Information about kids and exercise. Includes an age-appropriate guide to the type and the amount of daily exercise children should be getting.
Curated OER
Kids Health: I Don't Like Sports, So How Can I Stay Fit?
This online resource is for kids who aren't inclined to playing sports but who want to stay in good physical shape. Here, read about various fun activities, chores, and games that will help keep your muscles strong and your heart and...
Curated OER
Kids Health: Family Doctor: Why Exercise Is Wise
In order to exercise we usually need to be motivated. This article may motivate you to find the benefits of physical fitness as well as provide some suggestions for its implementation. Links to related articles are also provided.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Why Exercise Is Wise
Some people know that exercising is beneficial, but still find reasons why it isn't a priority. This article relates the importance of exercising and how it can improve your mind and body. Links to similar sites are provided as well.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Physical Activity Introduction
Who needs physical activity? How can it help? Find out here with this introduction to physical activity from the CDC.
Read Works
Read Works: Marathon Kids
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about a program called Marathon Kids that is designed to teach children to be physically active. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: Are You a Fit Kid?
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the vitamins and minerals your body needs to stay healthy. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: Crunches Give You Six Pack Abs and Other Exercise Myths
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text explaining the facts behind five common myths in exercising. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Muscles and Exercise
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Regular physical exercise is important in preventing lifestyle diseases such as cardiovascular disease, some types of cancer, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. Regular...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Physical Activity and Health at a Glance
This website provides notes on exercise, its health benefits, and its role in helping all people feel healthier and stronger. Learn about different types of exercises you can do to improve you health. Also, read facts about adults and...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind Fitness Calendar
Put together your own, personalized fitness calendar. Think about a fitness plan, set fitness goals, track your own progress, and work on varying your fitness routine. After planning a week of activity, print out your calendar and keep...
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Season Fitness
Students have fun in fitness as they follow along with their teacher to perform various exercises and stretches found in the different seasons. Doing activities like playing baseball and cross-country skiing, students learn about the...
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Kids in Motion: Fitness Bingo
This activity is similar to traditional bingo. Each student gets a fitness bingo card. Creating space between them and their peers, students will act out the exercise if they have it on their bingo card. Students will continue this until...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Science: Jamaica: Human Body: Healthy and Hygienic Habits During the Day
Surf the waves with Courtney. Find out how to stay fit and healthy, just like her.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Body and Mind: Activity Cards
Learn about sports and activities you can participate in to get in shape and have fun. Click on the name of a specific sport and read an "Activity card," with information on sports gear, safety, and more.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Body and Mind: U Can Do It 2
Do you ever wonder whether you can be an athlete? Anyone can. At this website, read about individuals who have overcome their disabilities and have become world-class athletes. Be inspired to be a great athlete, too, and learn about the...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Fitness Tips for Grown Ups
Learn ways to stay active with your children, in this guide from Arthur: "Arthur Weighs In."
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Fitness Tips for Kids
Help children learn easy ways to stay physically fit, in this guide from Arthur.