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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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Community-Campus Partnership for DPA
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 2 An increasingly valued and popular approach to health and physical activity is that of multi-sector partnerships (Butterfoss, Goodman & Wandersman, 1993 &...
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Authored by: Ashley Johnson
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10 Ways to Build Inclusive Activity Programs for Newcomers
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 2 As images of the Syrian refugee crisis continue to frequent our news channels, it’s becoming increasingly important to consider how we are supporting...
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Authored by: Amanda Stanec
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Teaching Dance: The Basics
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 2 In my work I meet a lot of new teachers. Some of them are still enrolled in university and are completing their practice teaching, while others are in their...
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Authored by: Emily Caruso Parnell
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Group Experiences in Health and Physical Education: Selection Considerations for Teaching Practice
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 1 Introduction Pairings, groups and teams are often central to how we organize or structure health and physical education (HPE) experiences. Indeed, the nature...
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Authored by: Joe Barrett, Dan Robinson, Katrien Ecclestone
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Physical Literacy: Breaking Down Silos Between Sectors
[ Research ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 1 Abstract This article discusses the promotion of physical literacy as a possible solution to the current state of physical inactivity among Canadian children...
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Authored by: Ashley Johnson, Hilary A McKenna, Lucie Lévesque
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Olympic Wrestling: A Barrier-Free Path to Better Youth Fitness
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 1 The challenge: access to activities For children, physical activity improves both physical and mental health, and offers a long list of other important...
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Authored by: Dustin Silvey, Ashleigh Benton, Grace Tatigian

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