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Optimize kids learning abilities with regular physical educaiton
Optimize kids learning abilities with regular physical educaiton
Posted on Apr 24, 2013 by Maggie LaBarbera
Physical education can actually help children do better in schools. New reports have just been released that show the brain is actually better prepared to learn after it has had some exercise.
I think the problem we have right now is that schools are struggling to fit PE into their schedule. They view PE class as in direct competition with the core subjects that are children are tested on: reading, writing and arithmetic.
But we need to change our mindset because PE is actually a partner to education. We should be looking at PE like we do lunchtime. All schools have a required lunchtime for children every day because they know if the child does not get this nourishment, their brains will not function well to learn. The brain needs food to be ready and optimized to do well. It is the same with PE. The brain needs some movement and activity to be optimized and ready to learn. PE will actually help our students perform better in school!
This is not just me saying this. I am basing my statements on neuroscience that has come out recently that shows the brain lit up and ready to learn when it receives some exercise. Read the report on impact to wellness: Enhancing Academic Success through Healthy School Environments
We need to change our mindsets and see PE as partners in learning not competition.
Here is some facts about the current state of PE in our states.
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Fun colorful page to show children the importance of balancing their food choices on My Plate with daily activity.
Published: Nov 08, 2011
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 3-13
Follow the directions activity for preschoolers. Reinforces the idea that it is fun to play and be active outdoors.
Published: Dec 04, 2012
Grades: PreK-K
Ages: 3-6
Explorer kids demonstrate being active and not being active in this fun worksheet. For children who can not write, have them circle the characters that are being active.
Published: Jul 14, 2011
Grades: K-2
Ages: 4-7
Children can make a commitment to be healthier with our kid-friendly healthy goals agreements. This goal contract is for children who would like to increase their daily activity and exercise. Let's get moving!
Published: Jul 17, 2011
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 4-13
Children can make a commitment to be healthier with our kid-friendly healthy goals agreements. This goal contract is for children who would like to decrease their screen time to 2 hours or less. Let's get moving!
Published: Jul 17, 2011
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 3-13
Children can make a commitment to participate in the National Screen free week event and turn off the tv for an entire week. Great opportunity to have some family time and active time.
Published: Jul 17, 2011
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 4-13
Children can make a commitment to be healthier with our kid-friendly healthy goals agreements. This goal contract is for children who would like to increase their daily activity by walking. Let's get moving!
Published: Jul 17, 2011
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 4-13
Make tracking children's healthy goals fun with our very cute healthy fitness trackers. Color the characters for each each 15 minutes of activity completed. Let's Get Moving! For use with "Being Active is Fun' Healthy Goal - Printable Agreement"
Published: Jul 18, 2011
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 3-13
Make tracking children's healthy goals fun with our very cute healthy fitness trackers. Just write in the numbers of steps taken throughout the day. This activity is best done using a pedometer. Let's Get Moving! For use with "Walking Every Day Goal - Printable Agreement"
Published: Jul 18, 2011
Grades: 2-5
Ages: 7-13
Make tracking children's healthy goals fun with our very cute healthy fitness trackers. Work with children to create a screen time schedule that limits screen time to 2 hours or less a day. Let's Get Moving! For use with "Limiting TV Time Healthy Goal - Printable Agreement"
Published: Jul 18, 2011
Grades: 2-5
Ages: 7-13
Make tracking children's healthy goals fun with our very cute healthy fitness trackers. Write the exercises or actions for each each 15 minutes completed. Let's Get Moving! For use with "Being Active is Fun' Healthy Goal - Printable Agreement"
Published: Jul 18, 2011
Grades: 3-5
Ages: 8-13
Fun puzzle and coloring sheet that promotes the fun of being active every day.
Published: Oct 24, 2011
Grades: 2-5
Ages: 7-13
Chef Solus and the explorers love to hike and explore nature coloring page for kids.
Published: Aug 03, 2012
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 2-13
Chef Solus and the explorers go camping and enjoy nature and the beautiful outdoors coloring page.
Published: Aug 03, 2012
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 2-13
Chef Solus and the kids go to the park, Coloring page that promotes the fun of going to the park and being active. Healthy message on sandbox reminding kids that fruits and vegetables are tasty and make a great snack.
Published: Aug 02, 2012
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 2-13
Chef Solus and the explorers enjoy being active in the Nourish Arena coloring page.
Published: Aug 03, 2012
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 2-13
Chef Solus and the kids go to the park to play, Coloring page that promotes the fun of going to the park and being active. Slide is decorated with fruits and vegetables!
Published: Aug 02, 2012
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 2-13
These handouts provide nutrition and fitness information and tips to promote a healthy family. They are kid-friendly so parents can review them with their children!
Published: Dec 14, 2011
Grades: PreK-5
Ages: 0-13
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