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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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indigenous students sitting at desks looking at the teacher in front of the white board. They have their hands up to be called upon to answer a question.
Peer Review: Reclaiming Indigenous Ways, Part I
[ Research ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 2 Abstract Rec and Read is a communal, relationship-based physical activity, nutrition, and education after school program that was developed with Indigenous...
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Authored by: Joannie Halas, Amy Carpenter, Heather McRae, Jon McGavock, Pinar Eskicioglu
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Peer Review: A Five-Part Unit for Teaching Healthy Nutrition to Adolescents
[ Research ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 2 Abstract The paper introduces a concept of a teaching unit designed as a framework for teachers to adapt to their classes when teaching about healthy...
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Authored by: Claas Wegner, Sebastian Arnold, Carolin Zehne
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3 Ideas for DPA in the Classroom
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 2 When it comes to offering Daily Physical Activity (DPA) in our schools, it’s important not to confuse it with the teaching of physical education (Weatherson...
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Authored by: Stephen Berg, Brent Bradford
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10 Ways to Improve Physical Culture in Our Schools
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 2 I have been a strong advocate for the health and well-being of children and youth for more than 60 years. The recent national report showing that Canadian...
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Authored by: Gary Pennington
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Teacher to Teacher: Using Social Media in Class
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 2 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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Partner Work: Dance Organizations Collaborate for Bigger Impact
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 83, Issue 2 Patricia Gough is passionate about the arts, especially when it comes to integrating them into the classroom. Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) agrees...
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Authored by: Canada's National Ballet School

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