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Dr. John Byl

John Byl, PhD, (he/him), a retired professor of Physical Education, is the Canadian Gopher Educational Consultant. He has authored over 30 books, led around 800 workshops, and was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his work promoting physical activity across Canada, and choosing life while fighting cancer.

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John Byl, PhD, (il/lui), professeur d'éducation physique à la retraite, est le consultant pédagogique de Gopher au Canada. Il est l'auteur de plus de 30 livres, a animé environ 800 ateliers et a reçu la médaille du jubilé de diamant de la Reine Elizabeth II pour son travail de promotion de l'activité physique à travers le Canada et pour avoir choisi la vie tout en luttant contre le cancer.
 

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Balloons: Adding Accomplishment, Joy, and Challenge for Physical Education Students
[ Feature Article ] Balloons are an often-overlooked gem in the world of Physical Education (PE). Not only are they inexpensive, but they stay afloat for much longer than most balls, giving students ample time to strike, catch, and improve their coordination. Balloons are also versatile and offer a fun way to develop physical literacy while playing games that are engaging for students of all ages.
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Innovative Toppletubes or Cups for Activity and Numeracy
[ Feature Article ] Toppletubes are an exciting and versatile addition to any physical education or classroom experience. Originally designed to make the popular warm-up game of "cup flip" easier and fairer, Toppletubes offer a variety of uses beyond the traditional activity.
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