Keeping Learning Fun with Participant Choice

My new book, Physical Literacy on the Move, helps teachers develop the physical literacy of their students. In this blog post, which I originally shared with Human Kinetics Europe, details the importance participant choice has on children’s learning. Physical literacy learning that integrates participant choice provides children with the opportunity to take ownership over their learning. … Continue reading Keeping Learning Fun with Participant Choice

The Revised H&PE Curriculum: Helping Students Develop Skills for Healthy, Active Living

With the release of the revised H&PE curriculum in Feburary I was asked by Ophea to write an article highlighting the changes in the revised document. The article posted April 7, 2015 is below. Find it on the Ophea website here. With the release of Ontario's revised elementary and secondary Health and Physical Education (H&PE) … Continue reading The Revised H&PE Curriculum: Helping Students Develop Skills for Healthy, Active Living

Celebrate a Healthy Valentine’s Day in Your Classroom.

Chocolates, and cupcakes, and candies - oh my! There certainly isn't a sweeter classroom celebration than Valentine's Day. As a teacher I always tried to come up with creative ways to take the attention off of treats and onto fun celebration themed physical activity. Luckily Pinterest makes finding these creative ideas so much easier. So, … Continue reading Celebrate a Healthy Valentine’s Day in Your Classroom.