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K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Ultimate frisbee
Ultimate frisbee is a game that can be played on a regular gym floor. Students will use a combination of passing and catching skills. Ultimate frisbee is a good cardiovascular workout. Students will also be able to work on teamwork skills.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Healthful Living)
By Susie Shelton.
Fitness fun
This lesson introduces fun cardiovascular exercises that raise the heart rate.
Format: lesson plan (grade 6 Healthful Living)
By Sharon Serine.
Careers in science
In CareerStart lessons: Grade seven, page 3.1
In this lesson for grade seven, students will sort careers into three groups -- mechanical physics, health sciences, and weather. Students will match careers with their descriptions.
Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Science)
By John Boyd.Adapted by Mitzi Talbert.
Rolling a ball
More than a Physical Education lesson plan! The main focus of this manipulative activities lesson is rolling a ball. Students will roll other objects and practice rolling themselves. Additionally, you will find many ideas for structuring and managing a PE class.
Format: lesson plan (grade 1–3 )
By Bozena Mielczak.
Primary fitness skills unit
The main focus of this unit is primary physical fitness skills assessment and development. With PE class scheduled once a week, fitness assessment becomes a challenge. This unit keeps students moving and at the same time assesses their primary fitness skills in each lesson.
Format: lesson plan (grade 4–5 Healthful Living)
By Bozena Mielczak.
The importance of recess
How classroom elementary teachers can promote physical education.
By Timothy Meyler and Sarah Banks.