A sequential progression of physical education goals and activities for children from kindergarten through the sixth grade is presented. The physical characteristics of children in each grade are described, and competencies and achievement standards are outlined. A chart outlining a physical education program grade by grade and season by season…

This program planning guide for physical education in New York State Schools, grades K-6, is based on making the student fully aware of cultural, vocational, and aesthetic opportunities so the student can make constructive life decisions. The stated program goals are (a) mastery of communication and reasoning skills; (b) ability to sustain…

A variety of strategies that itinerant special physical education teachers can use to solve problems in order to teach effectively are explored. Discussed are strategies needed for teaching and strategies needed to work with other itinerant special physical educators. (MT)

The first in a series of seven booklets on physical education and recreation for the handicapped provides information on activities and teaching methods. Teaching techniques concerning motivation, program planning, and group organization are considered. A bibliography lists approximately 50 references on teaching such activities as archery,…

The sixth in a series of booklets on physical education and recreation for the handicapped describes aquatic activities for blind persons. Written by a partially sighted athlete, the document discusses swimming pool characteristics and special pools for the visually impaired. Qualities of swimming instructors are reviewed, and suggestions for…

The objective of this guide is to aid administrators and teachers in planning effective physical education programs that will promote the health, fitness, growth, development, and self-realization of all youth. The guidelines set forth a broad, constructive, continuing series of educational experiences for secondary school students grades 6…

This book is designed for physical education teachers at the elementary level. It includes a discussion of physical education for grades seven and eight, which provides specific background knowledge for teachers who did not receive adequate training for this age group. Information concerning the physical, mental, social, and creative development…

The resource guide provides information on challenging and adventurous physical activities for handicapped persons. References for printed materials, audiovisual materials, and special equipment or assistive devices are listed for aquatics, winter activities, and outdoor activities (bicycling, fishing, hiking and nature trails, horseback riding,…

Provided are reprints of 56 articles on physical education and recreation for the mentally retarded originally published between September/October 1973 and April/May 1976. Articles are grouped according to the following major topics (sample subtopics in parentheses): activities (arts, crafts, and games; camping and canoeing; drama and music; and…

As part of the Project ACTIVE (All Children Totally InVolved Exercising) Teacher Training Model Kit, the manual is designed to provide ACTIVE adopters and potential adopters with: a realistic basis for assessing and evaluating the physical and motor proficiency of ambulatory individuals who are mentally retarded, learning disabled, or emotionally…

This laboratory manual is written for students majoring in physical education and recreation in the field of adapted physical education for the handicapped. Thirty-one laboratory assignments or lessons are presented, allowing the instructor to assign those that are most meaningful to students preparing to teach in a variety of geographical areas,…

This guide outlines a course designed to assist students in grades 7-12 who have disabilities and cannot successfully take part in a general physical education program. The course is devoted to developing skill in recreational sports and games, developing understanding of individual limitations and potentialities, aiding the student in personal…

The product of a Special Studies Institute, this teacher developed resource guide for the emotionally handicapped (K-6) presents concepts and activities relative to physical education in the urban out-of-doors. Focus is on adapting physical education to an urban environment, utilizing city resources and instilling skills necessary to cope with…

The pamphlet cites opinions of professionals, philosophers, and handicapped persons to discuss the value of physical education, recreation, and sports for the handicapped. Addressed are such aspects as definitions of the handicapped, impaired, and disabled; medical opinions; benefits beyond the physical; and integration into regular school and…

The booklet provides forms for the teacher of the orthopedically handicapped to use in systematically collecting data and designing an appropriate educational blueprint for each student. Pupil development assessment sheets include columns for recording assessment date, date of mastery, level of achievement, and comments for each behavioral…