This work studied if decision-making differences between girls and boys existed in different versions of the traditional game called la pelota sentada according to their roles, sub-roles (decisions), valence (cooperation or opposition) and level of adjustment (effectiveness) of motor behaviours. One hundred and twelve compulsory secondary…

Comprehensive school physical activity programs (CSPAPs) are designed to support children in getting 60 minutes of daily physical activity, as well as meet SHAPE America's goal of developing physically literate individuals who have the knowledge, skills and confidence to be physically active for a lifetime. The Activities for Daily…

A multiple baseline design across three children with autism and within child across activity was used to assess the effects of interventions designed to teach children with autism to play two common athletic group games, handball and 4-square. Treatment consisted of two phases. In Phase I, athletic skills training, the children participated in…

This article describes a playground design that is a physical education experience center divided into a developmental area, a creative area, and an all-weather area. (PD)

Presents ideas for outside fitness activities such as Frisbee games, juggling, blanket ball, monsterball, jogging, and throwing. (JMB)

This publication is designed to assist elementary school teachers in the construction and use of improvised physical education equipment. The equipment described is accompanied by activities in which it can be used. Since workers, materials, and construction knowledge are essential for the creation of this equipment, teachers should try to involve…

To reduce playground accidents, schools should (1) audit their playgrounds for compliance with current safety guidelines; (2) employ a risk manager; (3) develop a safety curriculum; and (4) put more emphasis on teaching basic movement competence to students. (MLF)

This article describes a one-week indoor boy's physical education unit consisting of playground games and circus stunts. (RC)

This book contains descriptions and illustrations for 49 pieces of handmade or improvised equipment suitable for children. Included with each piece are: (1) information pertaining to the objectives for using the equipment; (2) necessary materials and instructions for construction; (3) suggested individual, partner, and/or group activities for use;…

This resource package was designed to provide activities that will improve student knowledge of and skill in wintertime and out-of-doors recreational pursuits. Winter games and sports appropriate for children from kindergarten through grade 10 are described. Teaching methods and learning objectives are discussed and sample lesson plans are…

Guidelines are offered to help make recess a more enjoyable and beneficial experience for all children. Physical educators may have to supervise inservice programs for other school personnel in this area. (JMF)

The purpose of this study was to determine the extent of activity and the types of behavior engaged in by children during unstructured play time such as recess periods. A total of 369 children were observed at recess at five elementary schools (K-3). One child at a time was monitored for five minutes. Behavior was classified as active or passive.…

Instructions are given for playing children's games originating in Brazil, Japan, China, Korea, Greece, Australia, Italy, Russia, Czechoslovakia, Yugoslavia, Canada, the Philippines, the United States, and India/Pakistan. (JD)

This book provides elementary school teachers, physical education specialists, special education teachers, recreation leaders, and parents with some innovative ideas for construction and utilization of homemade playground equipment. Activities which have been found to be interesting to children and adaptable to large classes are suggested. The…