Re: PE ideas for JK

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On 11/30/12, Salty wrote:
> Hello,
>
> I am providing prep coverage for a JK class this year and I
> am finding it difficult to program effectively for this
> class. There are 30 students with me in the gym and one EA
> who is essentially commmitted to the three most challenging
> students in the class. I have this class for a one hour
> period. I have at my disposal typical gym equipment (enough
> bean bags and tennis ball for each of them, some scoops and
> whiffle balls, some scooter boards, maybe a dozen hoola
> hoops, etc.). I tried centres, but they just go to
> whichever centre they want and have trouble with the
> concept of rotating to the next activity. There are so many
> of them that having them line up to take turns at an
> activity leads to frustration on their part. Any advice on
> how I can better program for this class would be
> appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Salty

An hour is a long time for this age group which presents
challenges for anyone. Can you put out 30 spots on the floor
so each child can stand on one? This can allow you to do
whole group activities (stretching, dancing, calisthenics)
while they are able to stay in a controlled space. I have a
coworker who uses a MWF & TTH schedule in which they do the
same activities on those days to get kids additional
practice. I which I had a gym to do pe with my 32 k kids.
Hope this helps.

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