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We have collected some articles that are written by our fellow teachers in the field. I am sure that you will all find something that you can use in your teaching. If there is something else that you would like to see, let us know! There are also some web sites here that you can check out to see if they can be useful to you and your students. Tom Winiecki Elementary PE Section Editor

This is an article and highlight of Char Darst (Mesa, Arizona Public Schools). Char is the AAHPERD State Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year, and the SWD AAHPERD Elementary Physical Education of the Year. Click here to read the news on Char Darst! Also.. Sport for All Information Sheet (Microsoft Word document)

Featured Articles

Class Management Ideas Read how Laurie Valentine and Scott Robinson have developed a "class promise" that they use before every lesson begins. Cooperative Catch Learn how Craig Chiesa has used cooperation and math to help develop catching skills with his students. 4th Grade Helpers See how Pam Steele uses 4th graders as assistants in her adaptive physical education classes. Jump the Creek Take a look at this warm up activity that has your primary aged students jumping over a creek, trying not to get a "hot foot!" Dr. Seuss Obstacle Course The stories of Dr. Seuss are timeless. Marcia Merritt has developed an obstacle course that uses many of these stories. Components of Fitness See how Brenda Huntley teaches the components of fitness to her students. Also, read how she integrates math and parents in the process.

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Archives

Please let your colleagues know about PELINKS4U, and remember you can catch up on a year's worth of news in our PE Archives.

Basketball Mania Here is a neat web site that lets your upper elementary students learn about basketball. They can read about the game's history, learn some fundamentals and take a trivia quiz right on-line! Hockey 101 This site will explain to you and your students the basics of hockey. Learn about the game including the rink, rules, positions, officials and the lingo of the game. History of Bowling Check this link out for a history of bowling. There are some interesting facts here for you and your students if you teach bowling.

Elementary PE Resources

The Olympic Journey This Thinkquest page includes information about the Olympic games, including a good page about the Olympic symbols. The Ancient Olympics; Olympic History; Sydney 2000; Anthens 2004; Paralympics and more. The Fruit Pages This site provides information about the benefits of eating fruit as well as specific information about many different types of fruit. Smokey Bear Bushfires, Fire Prevention, Forests, Camping safety. Play an interactive multiple choice quiz about preventing forest fires. Another game is with jumbled words about building a safe camp fire. Smokey Bear is a US Forest Service character but the information is universal. This site would appeal to younger children.

Lesson Plans

K-6 Fitness: Bridges by Three Students use creative movement while doing teacher-guided physical activities in pairs and teams. K-6 Fitness: Throwing and Catching Skills Students learn how to play games with different sized game balls while doing teacher-guided physical activities. K-6 Fitness: Circuit Training; One-Legged Balance Stands; Jogging Students learn about gymnasium-type exercises while doing teacher-guided physical activities.

Contribute YOUR Ideas

If you have ideas, comments, letters to share, or questions about particular topics, please email one of the following Elementary PE Section Editors:

	Gerry Cernicky
	Paula Summit
	Tom Winiecki
	Marina Bonello

Rockport Elementary and Elm Street Schools Look through this site and read through their PE News & Events. Check out their curriculum, and 15 ways for parents to help their child's physical education. The Locker Room Let your students go through this site to learn information on a large list of sports that you may be covering in your teaching.

Dance & Rhythms

PE Central's Best Practices Everyone is always looking for another good idea for their classes. Check out these ideas that are up for, or are already considered to be "Best Practice!" Exercise to Music - Folk Dance; Inside Out Mixer K-6 Fitness: Students learn how to coordinate their body movements to music while doing teacher-guided physical activities. Dancing: EZ-Mixer; Jessie Polka K-6 Fitness: Students exercise to music while doing teacher-guided dancing activities.

Featured Resources

Benny Goodsport This is a neat site you can use to introduce your younger students to different pieces of equipment. Check out the stories, games, and challenges that are available. Visit the "Goodsport Gang" to learn about different athletic equipment. Scooter Shopping Spree This Health plan is on the Food Pyramid and involves a fun game. Aerobics for Kids This is a good plan on Aerobics For Kids.