The purpose of this publication is to introduce the elementary classroom teacher or physical education specialist to a creative approach to movement education which can be implemented with limited facilities, equipment and funds. The first section, concerned with organization of programs, includes recommended percentages of time per year to be…

This book provides the motor development knowledge base and program planning procedures for developing the elementary physical education program. Part one is an overview of the motor development knowledge base and includes chapters on growth, how exercise affects children, motor skill development, how children learn motor skills, and psychosocial…

The purpose of this guide is to provide school personnel with a format for curriculum design in elementary school physical education. The organization and administration of such a program are discussed in the first of three major sections. The second section covers characteristics and needs of children of differing abilities and how to plan a…