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Body and Blood

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the cardiovascular system. Through the use of video, students observe the heart pumping an oxygen-enriched blood supply through arteries to the muscles in use during exercise. They participate in activities to explore...
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Appalachia: Physical Fitness

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students plan a family fitness outing. In this physical education lesson, students will research possible physical activities which might be completed by a family during a daily-long outing in the Appalachian area. Students will...
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Aquatic Exercise - Object Retrieval

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are introduced to a variety of exercises to do in the water. In groups, they swim in the deep part of the pool to retrieve objects at the bottom. To end the lesson plan, they practice techniques to help them breathe and grab...
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Pyramids

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students make pyramids. In this sports and sciences lesson students work cooperatively with their group members to build human pyramids. The focus is on safety and working together regardless of personal differences.
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Rollerblade Scarf Tag

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students particpate in a rollerblading activity to increase their aerobic capacity. They who are comfortable on rollerblades participate in the game while others practice basic skills.
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It Is the Little Things That Count

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders are introduced to the importance of warm-ups, stretching, hydration and cool-downs in exercise. They perform these activities and discuss any observations.
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FUN-damental movement!

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Students move within the gymnasium area while working on color/shape recognition, change of speed and directional movements, and cooperation/teamwork. In this FUN-damental movement lesson, students work in partners on a treasure chest...
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Physical Education Unit Plan: Soccer - Lesson 4

For Teachers 6th - 12th
PE unit plan: soccer – has 10 lessons. These Lesson four of this soccer unit focuses on passing and receiving the ball. Learners will practice passing a soccer ball, first directly to a partner, and then progressively to open spaces...
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Underhand Toss

For Teachers K - 2nd
A great lesson to teach the fundamentals of the underhand toss. Begin with some warm-ups, review how to do the underhand roll, and then teach the new skill of the underhand toss. The teaching activity is scaffolded and includes good...
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Weight Training

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers practice gaining strength by weightlifting.  In this physical education lesson, students discuss ways to safely build muscle by examining the parts of their body they will be using in the weight-room.  High...
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The Lure and Lore of Weight Lifting

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students examine the importance of physical activity and positive reasons for weight training. They analyze and discuss a famous ad, read and summarize an article, and identify the benefits of resistance training.
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Healthful Living Field Day

For Teachers K - 5th
Students participate in healthy living activities prepared by the school's physical education program and local health professionals.
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Physical Education: Tag - You're Wet!

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Learners play a version of water tag under close adult supervision. In waist high water, several students are "it" and the remaining class members have to get to the other side of the pool without being tagged. The first student to...
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Your Safety: Play It Safe

For Students 3rd - 8th
Choose from a large collection of sports activities, from baseball, to snorkeling, to yoga, to find out how to stay safe while participating. In addition, find out more about each sport-what equipment is needed, how to play, what parts...
Article
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Kids Health: Sports and Exercise Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
Injuries are inevitable in some sports, but they are preventable. Through the use of equipment and caution these injuries can be understood and avoided. Links to related sites are also available.
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Water Aerobics Music

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives a selection of music for water aerobics and also a video that you can purchase. If you click on the title of the music it will open to the list of songs on the tape and also a chance to hear the music.
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Safety of Breathing Exercises

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a detailed review of safety techniques in breathing exercises used in yoga.
Article
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Kids Health: Five Ways to Avoid Sports Injuries

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource addresses sports safety and discusses the precautions you should take before taking your place on the field. Learn about protective gear and proper warm-up techniques. Also includes advice for helping sports injuries heal...
Article
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Kids Health: Testicular Injuries

For Students 9th - 10th
Males generally don't like to think of the pain resulting from being hit in the testicles. Unfortunately it does happen and it's beneficial to know the steps one should take if this situation ever arises. Links to supplementing article...
Article
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Kids Health: Concussions: What to Do

For Students 9th - 10th
Concussions usually result from a sports related injury or accident. Find out more about this serious condition, how they are treated, and how to prevent them. The site also includes links to similar sites.