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Pool Noodles: Inexpensive, Versatile, a Great Teaching Tool
Pool noodles are some of the most versatile and affordable pieces of equipment you can use to enhance any physical education program. They are not only fun but also serve a variety of purposes, from improving physical literacy to fostering teamwork and creativity. Whether you are developing game skills or introducing new challenges, pool noodles are an excellent tool for engaging students of all ages.

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The Recess Project: A Recess Revolution
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 4 Calling the Recess Project 'just a program' would be like calling Cricket a 'simple playground game.' Since 2011, researcher Dr. Lauren McNamara has been...
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Authored by: Dr. Lauren McNamara
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The Secret of S.M.I.L.E.: Best Practices for Delivering Adapted Physical Activity Programming
[ Research ] Previously published in volume 83, Issue 4 Abstract Knowledge is lacking regarding methods for fostering physical literacy among individuals with disabilities. S.M.I.L.E. or the Sensory Motor...
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Authored by: Kelly Arbour-Nicitopoulos, Celina Shirazipour, Mary Sweatman, Roxanne Seaman
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The Importance of Quality Physical Education Programs
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 4 Scientific evidence is blazing light on the impacts of positive early physical activity experiences on lifelong healthy exercise habits. At the same time...
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Authored by: PHE Canada
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Teacher to Teacher: Apps for Assessing and Coaching Students
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 4 Being a health and physical educator is rewarding. Your work has an impact on the lives of your colleagues, your students, their families and their...
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Authored by: PHE Canada
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Beyond the 1 in 5: Bringing Awareness to the Needs of all of our Children and Youth
[ Feature Article ] Beyond the 1 in 5: Bringing Awareness to the Needs of all of our Children and Youth We hear the oft-repeated statistic that 1 in 5 of our young people will experience a mental health disorder. But too...
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Authored by: Alan Leschied
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[ Feature Article ] The Top 5 Reasons to Visit TeachResiliency.ca…Often. Today we launch the first entry in our blog series, and are proud to introduce you to TeachResiliency.ca. These blog posts will keep you informed...
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Authored by: PHE Canada

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