As educators we are committed to empowering our students, encouraging them to take agency and make a positive impact in their class, school, and wider community. One of the key areas I have fostered a focus is teaching my students not only about physical health but also about sustainability and responsibility. I have some useful …
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As the dust settles on the holiday season, I want to take a moment to wish each of you a very happy New Year! I hope your break was filled with joy, laughter, and quality time with loved ones. For me, the holidays were a much-needed opportunity to recharge and spend precious moments with my …
Hello Listeners! I’m so excited to share that I was recently interviewed on the SheEducates podcast! In this episode, I had a fantastic conversation about my journey as a PE teacher, from the UK to Malaysia, and the experiences that have shaped my approach to teaching and advocating for gender equality in sports. We …
I’m excited to share that I was featured on PE Insights by PE Scholar, where we discussed my teaching journey and how it led me to specialize in Primary PE. In this episode, I talk about discovering the transformative power of storytelling in Physical Education and its profound impact on engaging young learners. …
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I was thrilled to join Ryan Underwood again for my second appearance on the show. My first appearance was back in episode 137, where we explored all things Primary PE, including my favorite warm-up activities, top tips, and more. In this episode, I had the chance to catch up with Ryan about everything …
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I had the pleasure of joining host Ryan Ellis to share my journey as a PE teacher working abroad. Having spent my entire career teaching in various international settings, it was a unique opportunity to discuss how teaching PE in different countries—ranging from secondary to primary—has shaped my perspective and approach to education. …
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As PE teachers gear up for a new school year, one powerful strategy to kickstart the term is by incorporating collaboration games into the curriculum. These games not only set the tone for a positive and cohesive classroom environment but also offer a myriad of benefits for students. Collaboration games are a fantastic way to …
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As we approach the end of another academic year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our teaching methods and consider new approaches to engage and inspire our young learners in early years and primary physical education (PE). One exciting and effective way to breathe new life into your lessons is by incorporating the art …
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An Instant Activity (IA) is an activity that helps to get “…classes off to a quick, dynamic, and fun start” (Markross, 1998). IAs can be activities from past lessons, free play with equipment that has and will be used, and skill games in different fitness components that relate to the concept and are a way to encourage student …
A Ninja Training Camp in PE Class Imagine learning all the cool moves and techniques that ninjas use to jump, roll, move, and balance. Well, guess what? we have a special ninja training camp for your grade 2 Mini Ninjas! Students will learn how to jump like a ninja. Jumping is an important skill …
Ninja-rific Adventures: Unveiling the Stealthy Secrets of Ninja Training in PE Class! Read More »