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Fitness Four Square

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Students play the common game of Four Square while incorporating fitness into the activity. They participate a variety of exercises that work on strength and flexibility.

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fitness, flexibility

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fitness, flexibility, games, strength, physical education
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Resource Details

Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning
Year
2001
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