Developmentally Appropriate Physical Education for Children.

Graham, George; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ453735

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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Developmentally Appropriate Physical Education for Children.

Graham, George; And Others

Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, v63 n6 p29-60 Aug 1992

Nine articles discuss persistent physical education practices that are not in the best interest of children, suggesting developmentally appropriate alternatives. Some topics discussed are sequence of instruction in games, developmentally appropriate dance and gymnastics, social-emotional components, and activities with questionable value. (SM)

Descriptors: Child Development, Dance Education, Developmental Stages, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Elementary Education, Gymnastics, Physical Development, Physical Education, Physical Fitness, Play, Skill Development, Social Development

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Collected Works - General; Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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