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No Equipment, No Problem! How to Incorporate Physical Activity with No Materials
As Physical Education teachers, it is common to encounter situations where there is limited or no equipment available. Likewise, classroom teachers often wish to incorporate Daily Physical Activity into their routines but face the challenge of doing so without any materials. To address this, we have compiled a list of activities that require no equipment and still offer a fun and engaging way to get moving.

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Teaching Remote Physical and Health Education Overnight
[ Feature Article ] Two teachers’ efforts to keep their students connected and learning in the new COVID-19 reality.
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Authored by: Sandra Gibbons, Dr. Jennifer Gruno, Jackie Cunningham, Karli Gibson
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Gender Equity Success Stories
[ Feature Article ] Across Canada, teachers are going above and beyond to ensure their classrooms are inclusive and inviting for all students. Read more about what they are doing below. Stories from the Field: Portraits...
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Authored by: PHE Canada
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Get your Students Moving and Grooving
[ Feature Article ] Whether you are teaching online or in person, these dance resources will support you with your planning and create positive movement experiences for you and your students!
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Authored by: Canada's National Ballet School
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Prioritizing Recess as a Space to Connect and Heal
[ Feature Article ] Prioritizing Recess as a Space to Connect and Heal Amid concerns about managing the logistics of sanitizing equipment and ensuring social distancing, it might be tempting to consider recess as a low...
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Authored by: Dr. Lauren McNamara
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The At My Best Storybook Is Now Better Than Ever
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 86, Issue 2 On My Way!... A Journey of a Star Named Rae The At My Best storybook is a staple of the K-3 At My Best programming. This year, PHE Canada has worked closely...
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Authored by: PHE Canada
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Understanding the Experiences of Girls Using a High School Weight Room
[ Research ] Previously published in Volume 86, Issue 2 Abstract Resistance training is typically viewed as a masculine pursuit but is vitally important for good health for both boys and girls. There are many...
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Authored by: Jacquie Ripat, Dr. Joanne Parsons

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