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PE during a pandemic: How to help your students focus on building skills
During the pandemic, what can PE teachers offer our students beyond free play on the playground? Check out these tips and ideas.
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5 ways to make cross-country skiing more fun
Cross-country skiing is a lot of fun, but it can take time for kids to get into it. Here are some tips for helping them along the way.
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Every move counts: Why it’s so important to be active every day
Given the new World Health Organization guidelines, here are some simple ways you and yor kids can add physical activity to your day.
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Switch up your screen time with these 4 active Nintendo games
The latest version of the Nintendo console offers many fun exergames—active games that incorporate body movements into gameplay.
4 easy indoor winter activities for kids
These indoor winter activities provide easy options for kids to have fun and stay active on especially cold days.
10 ways to beat the January blahs through outdoor play
With the holidays over, January can feel like a long, dark month. These play ideas will get your and your kids through the depths of winter!
10 Lego games to get kids moving
Turns out, kids can do more with Lego than sit on the floor and build! These indoor games will get them active as they play with Lego.
29 fun games kids can play in the snow
Kids love to play in fresh snow. With these active ideas, they’ll never run out of games to play outdoors this winter!
How to overcome 5 common roadblocks that get in the way of winter play
In the winter, it’s tempting to hibernate inside. These tips will provide motivation for you and your kids to get outside for active fun!
4 practical tips to keep kids warm and safe during winter play
Because everyone should get outside and play this winter, here are some ways to make sure your kids keep warm and play safely.
3 active STEM-inspired games to play with your preschooler this winter
Getting your kids active when it’s cold outside can be a challenge. Try these fun STEM games to get them moving in winter weather.
Books to inspire your child to get outside, try new activities, and discover how they love to move
These books, for toddlers to teens and all kids in between, celebrate sports, active play, and time spent exploring in nature.