Physical Activity Lesson Plans

Examine factors that influence your choice about physical activity.  In this physical activity lesson, learners recognize how physical activity and good health go together.  Students participate in a survey about physical activity and how it is related to good health.

A physical activity log will help your elementary students keep track of their activities. Your class will calculate the average number of physicaly active minutes per day. They compare with other students and then estimate the relative energy or calories expended by their activities.

This study asks students to keep a log at home of their daily physical activities for at least one or two weeks. They bring their logs back to class. They compare the activities and discuss different levels of intensity.

Identify at least five benefits of physical activity and guide students to experience fun feeling healthy. Your class will participate in the Synchronized Chair Dance. Worksheet and Evaluation are included.

Identify sources of stress in your students' everyday lives. They are introduced to ways in which they can relieve stress and consider the value of physical activity in overall health.

Study heart rate and how it increases as a direct result of physical activity. Your class measure their heart rate and state several reasons why heart rate increases. Finally, learners explain ways to keep their heart healthy.

Complete activities to help your class appreciate the importance of physical activity. They will answer discussion questions, read articles, and create their own physically active game in order to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of physical activity. This activity also includes a quiz and answer key. 

Young scholars discover the health benefits of physical activity and good nutrition. In this 3-part nutrition and wellness lesson, students examine their own "F.I.T." factors, become more aware of their physical activity by participating in physical activity challenges, and perform an energy scavenger hunt in the cafeteria.

Investigate the primary causes for the increase in overweight youth and discover its impact on the health care system. After watching segments from the Bill Moyers Now program, they develop campaigns to implement in school that combat obesity and promote physical activity.

What a terrific resource! Learners discuss why certain foods are good for your body. They talk about meat and beans, apples and bananas, and potatoes and mushrooms, and analyze which food choices help us maintain healthy bodies. They also discuss how physical activity is good for our heart and other muscles.