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Beach Ball and Aquatic Games: Fun and Fitness in the Water
This article highlights the versatility of beach balls and pool noodles in promoting fun and fitness in aquatic environments. It describes a range of engaging games for individuals, pairs, and teams that improve coordination, balance, and teamwork. From partner challenges to large group activities like water polo and aquatic basketball, each game is designed to boost water confidence and physical activity in a playful setting.

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Gymnastics for Every Student
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 2 Physically active and inclusive gymnastics for all students is possible. Even without adult supervision or direction, many children independently and...
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Authored by: Kelly Thompson, Dan Robinson
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Physical Education + Math = Positive Results
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 2 There is no question that childhood obesity is an epidemic (World Health Organization, 2016). It’s not a ‘problem,’ not a ‘concern,’ but an epidemic. And...
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Authored by: Rachel McCann
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A New Approach to Fully Accessible Physical Education
[ Research ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 2 Abstract This qualitative research examines an innovative partnership in pre-service physical education teacher education between a faculty of education and...
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Authored by: Wendy Barber, Lorayne Robertson, Jennifer Leo
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A Move Toward Movement
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 2 It's now widely accepted that physical activity can improve academic performance. There is growing evidence that physical activity can stimulate students'...
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Authored by: Henry Dorling
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O Canada, Land of the Obese?
[ Feature Article ] Previously published in Volume 82, Issue 2 For four years and counting, Canadian kids have received a failing grade (D-) in their overall physical activity skills, according to ParticipACTION’s newly...
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Authored by: PHE Canada
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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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