Physical Activity Lesson Plans

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

In this lesson students keep a physical activity log. They calculate the average number of p.a. per day. They compare with other students and then estimate the relative energy or calories expended by their activities.

Students 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.

Students experience the fun of sustained physical activity. They identify at least five benefits of physical activity. They participate in the Synchronized Chair Dance. Worksheet and Evaluation are included.

4th graders identify sources of stress in their everyday lives. They are introduced to ways in which they can relieve stress and consider the value of physical activity in overall health.

Students study heart rate and how it increases as a direct result of physical activity. They measure their heart rate and state several reasons why heart rate increases. Finally, students explain ways to keep their heart healthy.

Students complete activities to help them appreciate the importance of physical activity. In this personal health lesson, students answer discussion questions, read articles, and create their own physically active game in order to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of physical activity. This lesson also includes a quiz and answer key.

Students 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.

Students draw a picture of themselves participating in their favorite physical activity, then write about why they like the activity so much.

Students investigate the primary causes for the increase in overweight youth snf 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.