Module 2-Child Growth and Development

Module 2 Discussion Question: Supporting Physical Activity

12/18/2014

What are four ways that you can assist students in meeting their physical activity needs?

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221 Comments

Miranda

4/27/2015 03:18:48 am

Four ways to assist student's physical activity needs are:
1-Provide outdoor play spaces that are fun and safe
2-Give students enough time to play outside
3-Have plenty of play materials like jump ropes, basketballs, etc.
4-Have a PE class

Edith Stillwell

7/25/2016 08:36:52 am

I agree with you. I am always looking for "different games" that my students can play together or individually. Having team games allows my students to learn to play well with others and work as a team, where individual play allows them to focus on their enjoyment of play.
For indoor play, my class likes to "ribbon dance". and play hot potato with a "ball" we made out of paper towels and tape.

Ann

4/27/2015 03:20:50 am

You can play games with students like tag, teach the class how to play kickball, have recess time on the big toy, and let the kids play games outside.

Young & Restless

9/25/2015 12:29:55 pm

Your right, playing with the kids is a great way to show them what kind of skills you have too. And also, they noticed that adults can have fun just like they can.

Violeta David

3/29/2016 07:09:36 pm

You may be familiar with Seattle weather, we are gifted with rain! It doesn't hinder us from playing outside. At times, when the weather is not cooperative, we bring our energy in the room. Often times, we see our class playing in the big toy. Other times, we run around the playground and I challenge them to beat the time they had the other day as they run with their friends. We are also lucky to have Fitness class in the big gym. We do a lot of freeze dance in the classroom too.

Drew

5/5/2015 09:49:31 am

4 That I can do or already do to assist students in meeting physical needs are.
1. We have Morning Yoga before going to school to stretch and get the blood flowing.
2. We offer a wide verity of outdoor activities, Jump rope, swings, and other play equipment.
3. We give a minimum of 2 hours of outside time a day.
4. We also do daily checks for any hazards that might have made their way on to the play areas.

Emily

5/12/2015 05:03:29 am

1. take them to a gym
2. have a dance party with age approiate music
3. take walks outside to just enjoy the day
4. let them be kids on the playground

Kaitlyn

6/3/2015 12:25:36 pm

Four ways to assist students physical activity
1. Play with them
2. Teach them how to play make it fun
3. Have a verity of games and activity like jump rope, soccer, flag football, 4 square
4. Give them enough play time and interaction with others

cindy

6/4/2015 07:48:14 am

1. Play variety physical engaging games such as tagging at the gym
2. Have club days: basketball club, baseball club, and running club
3. Bring them to the outdoor park with pool
4. Let them earn prizes by engaging in dancing class or yoga class

Roman

6/6/2015 02:24:42 pm

1. provide a safe place outside for kids to play games and have plenty of fun outside activity items like basketballs, chalks, and jump rope.
2. allow a free periods where if its to dark outside that they can play inside with inside material.
3. make sure things like obstacle course and allow friendly competition
4. take them to a park or pool we they can play to their content or swim

Brett Turner

6/10/2015 04:48:21 am

1. Have Sports Club days so that children can have opinions on a variety of different sports.
2. Make sure that at least 30 minutes of physical activity occurs each day.
3. Provide outdoor time for children on most days.
4. Make the children vote for their favorite indoor gym activity games.

Brooke P.

6/10/2015 06:39:55 am

1. find a common interest that you and the child both like to do physically.
2. Work together on the physcial activity
3. add a little compotition into the physical activity
4. make sure the child feel good about playing. Even if you have to let them win.

Jessica Enebo

6/12/2015 03:46:06 am

1) daily 'recess' or play time outside or inside depending on weather
2) new activities and equipment available to them
3) teach them new games to play
4) travel on field trips to experience more activities and places, time to explore

Ruth W.

6/13/2015 08:16:04 am

1.) Organized group games at least once a day.
2.) Make sure the games are meeting one of the seven physical development markers (jumping, running, balance, etc.) for school aged children.
3.) Divide the 5-8 year olds from the 9-12 year old and have them do separate games that fulfill their physical needs.
4.) Engage in physical activities with the kids to set a good example to continue with physical activities to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

kiera Moore link

6/15/2015 06:24:51 am

1. Provide a safe outdoor space for them to play on
2.have them excited to interact in a group activity fit for their age
3. have the age groups separated with activities that will suit them
4. have a field trip planned that will entertain everyone

stacy

6/17/2015 09:51:38 am

1) Ask kids for ideas of activities they enjoy and make time to do them as a class.
2)Mix academic activity with physical activity (do hop-to-it math...we act out our math problems through hopping)
3)Move and groove with musical instruments.
4)Wacky fun challenge course... crawl, slide, jump, run backwards, roll over, etc.
I find the most success comes when I ask for suggestions from my student (young and old), don't make it a competition or race, and focus on everyone giving their best effort!

Serena

6/23/2015 01:13:03 pm

1. Provide a safe environment for them to play in, such as a playground
2. Provide safe and appropriate equipment for them to play with that would aid their physical development, such as jump ropes and soccer balls
3. Divide the children according to developmental stages and have them do appropriate activities
4. Engage in the activities with the children in order to set a good example and to help them become more interested in the activities

Kathryn Mills

6/28/2015 11:28:53 am

1.engage children in organized games when in the gym
2.set up different activities for children to choose from in a designated arena for physical activity
3.get involved in free play with the kids. ie: shooting hoops, playing catch or tag
4.lead interested kids in stretching and or free style movement

Mallery Luke

7/5/2015 10:09:14 am

1. Take the children to the gym and vote on games such as dodgeball, freeze tag, and duck duck goose.
2. Have a dance party with the children. I taught some children how to do the Cha Cha Slide last week and it was a blast! They loved it.
3. Get involved with children on the playground. I often play Lava Tag on the equipment with the kids.
4. Go on nature walks. This combines exercise and learning!

Delia Farrell

7/6/2015 03:54:15 pm

1. Provide a safe play area for the children
2. Play with the kids and make everything fun
3. Have proper play equipment for children to play with and learn
4.Teach them new and exciting games/activities

Shawna Calvert

7/8/2015 06:57:49 am

1. Take the children to a grassy area to play tag, or other interactive games.
2. Have the kids do "safe" science experiments with house hold items.
3. Play interactive board games.
4. We take the kids to various places in town. We use the local trolley service. Library, pool, retirement home where they do activities with the residents, etc.

Victoria

7/16/2015 09:14:49 am

1. Make sure to alternate between sedentary and physical activities throughout the day (in the classroom specifically)
2. Include semi-structured games: tag, hide-n-seek, duck duck goose, etc.
3. Build recess time into your daily schedule.
4. Try new games and activities!

Jeremy Smith

7/19/2015 12:06:13 pm

1. Play variety physical engaging games such as tagging at the gym and soccer on the field.
2. Have specific days for clubs
3. Take them to the pool, splash park or another park to play
4. Let them earn prizes by engaging in dancing class or yoga class

Saida

7/20/2015 02:02:13 pm

There are many fun group activities that are designated for each age group such as cat and mouse, "ship, shore, deck," and more complicated games like a game of basketball or soccer for the older kids who are more competitive. Another great way of assessing kids is to not only supervise them but join in their games too. It is also important to have a good variety of equipment for the kids to choose from. Finally, to provide them a safe place to play such as a gym or playground.

Teraza

7/22/2015 11:35:03 am

1.share ideas
2.play games
3.read book
4.sing songs

yvonne

7/24/2015 05:16:57 am

* Relay Race
*Yoga
*Musical Chairs
*Play kickball

Teraza

7/25/2015 11:40:39 am

1. have a dance party with age approiate music
2.share ideas
3.play games1.share ideas
4.play games. take walks outside to just enjoy the day

Amy Phaysith

7/28/2015 10:03:15 am

1) Relay Races
2) Have safe equipment such as, jump ropes, balls and or hula hoops
3) Dance off
4) Yoga

karlee

8/2/2015 09:02:54 am

ways that I engage in physical activities with the kids are-
1.) we occasionally do yoga.
2.) we have a dance party with music at least once a week.
3.) my kids play tag almost everyday.
4.) I also take them to a park every week that has really large playground equipment and they love it because its different then what is at the center also is a lot larger.

Taylor thames

8/2/2015 09:25:15 am

Have them play games like freeze tag. To get them to understand rules and running around and two concepts at once.

Elena Barreto

8/2/2015 04:40:09 pm

1. Provide plenty of outside play time with a variety of options for outside play time.
2. Engage kids in organized activities and games
3. Take kids on field trips where they can practice other skills like swimming
4. Incorporate movement and physical activity in everyday lessons inside

Sherry St Luke

8/4/2015 03:32:01 am

1. Playing tag outside
2. Trips to the park or swimming pool
3. dance and sing along
4. balls to play catch, dodgeball or soccer

Juliana Davis-Marxer

8/5/2015 06:27:01 am

In order to get our children more physically active we could do:

1. Indoor or outdoor yoga
2. Wheels day where students can bring bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, etc. Must bring a helmet!
3. Dance offs
4. Hiking and walking field trips

Mandy Taylor

8/15/2015 11:29:40 am

1. Always making sure area is safe
2.have age appropriate games
3 make sure have proper shoes
4.make sure weather appropriate
5. Have kids take turns choosing activities

Elise

8/20/2015 10:19:22 am

1. Introduce them to different sports throughout the year (baseball, soccer, tennis)
2. Going on outdoor field trips (hikes or walking trails)
3. 5k fundraiser (put on 2x a year by my center, lots of children participate)
4. Taking short breaks every few hours to stretch

Alicia Dickson

8/23/2015 01:08:21 pm

1. Make sure the play area is safe before playing
2. Introduce the kids to season sports, so summer baseball, spring basketball ect.
3, Relay races
4. hikes
5. children's science center for a field trip.

Claudia

8/25/2015 06:04:58 am

Four ways that you can assist students in meeting their physical activity needs:

Most importantly :::::::Safety! SAFETY! Safety First

1.) Field Trips such as Hikes or treasure hunts at the park or swimming are always fun and kids get a good workout
2.) Morning yoga or dancing with music to get their day going
3.) Outdoor field games or Recess (soccer, baseball, kickball)
4.) Indoor gym time (dodgeball, wounded rabbit, line tag)

Zachary Scott

8/28/2015 09:07:50 am

1- Take students to the gym to have free play time
2- Take students outside (or to our play room) to play/run/ play with balls
3- Organize a simple but physical game that could include a wide age range.
4- Go for walk around the facility. (we have a small forest-y area outside, and a garden)

Kevin

9/5/2015 01:47:28 pm

1: Use the Gym for free play time
2: Do activities that involve using several motor skills.
3: A simple walk helps as well
4: Outdoor playground set

Madison

9/5/2015 06:31:47 pm

1. Allow children to have playtime on outdoor playground equipment.
2. Have children participate in icebreakers that keeps them up and moving.
3. Plan field trips that will get the children walking
4. Lead the children in meditation and yoga as a way to wind down after play.

maricella resendez link

9/6/2015 08:48:54 pm

1.play ground equipment such as big toy with slide and swing and ladder. 2.walking,skipping,jumping 3.yoga 4.shoot baskets in basketball hoop.

Emily

9/12/2015 06:16:32 pm

Four ways to meet students' physical needs are
1. Engaging them in active group games
2. Providing safe environments for them to play in
3. Providing a variety of games and activities to strengthen their many developing (physical) skills
4. Providing age-appropriate games and activities to cater to the differences in development levels among clients

Leah L'Rae Wonders

9/13/2015 04:49:54 pm

Four ways to assist students in physical activity
1. Join in their play, kids love to see you participate and I find myself learning along with them. It is a wonderful feeling when a child or children ask to be on "my" team or to have me play with them.
2. A lot of activities include several motor skills, and having that variety is great for their development. So having games or activities that include more than one motor skill will assist in their play.
3. Have a verity of games and activities. We have kids from 5-12 in our program and I have definitely seen how our group is such a melting pot! There are a few kids who enjoy doing the same types of games constantly outside and there are others who kind of roam around from group to group or do their own thing, so having that variety is crucial so they aren't bored.
4. Make sure they have enough alloted time to play and to interact with others. There are times where they have quiet time and do homework or draw, color, read, etc. But they need that time to play with kids as well as that time to interact with them differently in all aspects such as problem solving, team building, and then just plain play.

Robert Lee

9/17/2015 11:10:10 am

1. Provide a safe place for their activity.
2. Have a variety of activities that range in physical activity.
3. Make sure the activity is age appropriate.
4. Ensure that the activity is providing the kids with gross motor skills.

Michael Eng

9/21/2015 10:08:52 am

1. Have a safe environment
2. Provide an organized activity
3. Monitor activity at all times
4. Allow children to struggle at times, but still feel successful

Andre Graham

9/21/2015 11:02:35 am

1. Check the environment for potential hazards.
2. Offer a strength or anaerobic activity such as sprints and push-ups.
3. Offer an endurance activity such as a 2-10 min light jog or hike.
4. Offer a fun game such as capture the flag or simon says.

Olivia Margoshes

9/21/2015 09:11:02 pm

1. Assure them that their energy can be an incredibly positive thing and allow them breaks between periods of sitting and schoolwork to run around.
2. Schedule physical education time outside of recess, the point of which being to get them moving (as opposed to recess, which is often a time for kids to sit on benches and talk).
3. Let them have a say in inventing new games that everyone will play.
4. Participate in the physical activities with them.

Amanda

9/22/2015 01:10:12 pm

1. Outdoor activities like monkey bars to practice motor skills
2. Songs and dancing
3. Hopscotch, and jumping carpet squares
4. Helping each other balance and walk on balance beams

Elizabeth T Mason

9/23/2015 01:10:54 pm

Play the games with them and explain how to play the activity. Being involved will make them more involved in the game.
1. tag
2. dancing
3. simon says
4. invent games

Dillon Kramer

9/24/2015 07:21:56 pm

1. Let them pick the activity
2. lead by example or demonstrate the game
3. Explain why physical activity is good and ways to help stay healthy
4. teach them new sports i.e. soccer, baseball, basketball

Danielle Cruz

9/25/2015 11:04:06 am

Rotate outdoor materials to keep things fresh and interesting.
Add music to keep kids moving.
Learn, and teach new games that can be added to the old stand bys.
Have interesting guest teachers come in to teach new skills like, Hip Hop dance classes.

anitha gummalla

9/27/2015 03:21:44 pm

1. Provide a safe play area for them in their playgrounds.
2. Take them to gym and organize games.
3. Teach them new games to play.
4. Have a PE class.

Ashleigh

10/1/2015 08:40:13 am

When it comes to playing outside instead of just observing them...join them!

Have a sports day each week where the kids can vote on a sport to play for activity time (Basketball, Football, Soccer, Fly Up, etc.)

Make sure the children have enough time to play and be active, keeping in mind some kids don't go home and play, so be sure there's plenty of time!

Set a timer. Every 15 minutes when it goes off do jumping jacks, one round of tag, have random music play and start dancing, anything little to get them up and moving.

maranda morton

10/5/2015 03:43:18 pm

Four ways to support physical activity for children are
take fun fall walks
dance with childrens music
play physical games such as tag, or soccer
And introduce fun new things like yoga

Katie Cook

10/6/2015 10:00:21 am

1. We can get the children to play on the playground.
2. Teach the children to play a game such as freeze tag or capture the flag.
3. We can also have them play soccer or football or ultimate Frisbee.
4. We can have them do some cooking, gets their hands on experience.

Amanda

10/14/2015 07:00:36 pm

1) Provide light activities in the morning to help get their muscles and brain moving.
2) Engage in activities outside with the students, making sure everyone is being safe and having fun. (I like to play water tag with my students).
3) Allow free choice so all students can engage themselves in their own interest.
4) Provide projects that acquires parents participation, this is good for the children because they are able to do an activity with their parents.

Meghan

10/15/2015 01:46:11 pm

4 ways I can assist students to meet their physical activity needs:
1) always check their play area for any hazards to keep them safe while playing
2) Keep them engaged while having fun- not all children enjoy having free time to run around the playground so organizing a game for any student to chose to join helps-like lava monster!
3) Keeping developmentally appropriate - while the k-2 might enjoy lava monster, the 2-4 boys might enjoy playing soccer instead. Make sure to have options for physical play.
4) Change things up- make sure students are not playing same game everyday- encourage diversity in what games they choose or what type of play they are engaging in.

Kiara McCallum

10/16/2015 01:43:35 pm

Four ways to assist students to meet their physical activity needs
1.Be very attentive
2. Making sure the area they play in is safe.
3. Make sure everyone is being fair about the games and the age groups that are playing together
4. Making sure they are being active and having fun!

Kayla Dinsfriend

10/16/2015 01:57:51 pm

1) dace party! everyone loves music and it gets them moving
2) do the best of competition. see who can do, so many push ups and sit ups and how long they can hold a plank and etc.
3) having children play with others in and around their same ago groups
4) take the kids for walk to a park and explore their environment

Robyn

10/16/2015 03:01:25 pm

1. Yoga or Zumba or exercise class.
2. Soccer, Baseball, Basketball. For Boys and Girls (if they want.)
3. Dance or Ballet for both Boys and Girls.
4. Gymnastics for both Boys and Girls.

Rachel Berry

10/18/2015 01:14:51 pm

4 ways to assist children with their physical growth/needs:
-My school has a "balance beam" in the play area and I think this is an excellent tool and toy. Students engage in balancing games all the time.
- Suggesting games like "freeze tag" or "jump rope" is also good. Sometimes students need ideas thrown out from teachers to get them excited about play.
- Having an array of toys that can be used in a physical way is necessary.
- Also, teachers need to not forget about fine motor skills and be sure to give opportunities for this growth with activities like crafts and painting.

maria Loredo

10/24/2015 07:34:47 pm

1.) Gym time.
2.) Play appropriate music that children could dance to.
3.) Introduce the children to new games.
4.) provide play ground equipment such as balls, jump ropes, chalk, ect.

Dassah Ortiz

10/29/2015 08:21:17 pm

For ways to assist with their physical needs:

1.) Hold organized games
2.) Have appropriate equipment that they can play with that involves physical activity
3.) Take them to play in the playground
4.) Providing enough space for physical activity

lorena martine zsoto

11/4/2015 11:31:18 am

4 ways to assist with physical needs:

1. Give them time to play outdoor activities
2. provide a safe and open spaces to practice physical activities
3. Provide a fitness activities day such as, rope jumping, running ,balls
4. Play some music and have them do a dancing contest

Natalie Rapp

11/9/2015 03:05:14 pm

My Four ways to assist with physical needs are:
1.Making physical activity part of an everyday routine. By getting children up and moving as a part of their every day schedule, makes it easier to do when they are older.
2. Introduce sports into the curriculum. If you teach a child the concepts of an organized sport and how fun it can be can lead them into doing after school sports into their teens.
3. Introduce new games that require physical movement. If you have a child that doesn't like to play an organized sport, a game of tag might be more fun for them.
4. HAVE FUN WITH YOUR STUDENTS!! If a child sees an adult having fun and interacting in the physical activity, they are more likely to have fun and a more memorable experience.

Samantha

11/14/2015 07:47:04 pm

1) Make sure all children know the play area boundaries and rules with using the equipment
2) Develop system with sharing equipment (e.g. setting timer for five minutes before handing off to someone else)
3) Engaging kids by playing or introducing new games
4) Creating competition in a healthy, age appropriate way--teams who did not win are acknowledged for their effort
5) Encouraging and modeling good sportsmanship for everyone regardless of result

Benjamin

11/17/2015 10:53:04 am

1. Integrate physical activity into the existing program, and provide specific outlets.
2. Model and demonstrate fairness in team sports and group activities.
3. Provide a welcoming atmosphere that encourages all students to participate to the greatest degree possible, regardless of physical ability.
4. Ensure safety for all students!

Deana

11/19/2015 10:58:49 pm

1. Offer large outdoor play equipment in good repair and in a safe area
2. Play freeze tag with the kids. I think even the older ones would like it!
3. If it's too cold or rainy outside, offer indoor recess with age appropriate play equipment and allow them to run around. Movement is good.
4. Ask the kids what their favorite group games are and start a game to include all who want to participate. Kids can even make up something fun if it involves movement and can include everyone who wants to play

McKenzie Conner

11/22/2015 11:25:27 am

1. organize group gym games and encourage all to participate
2. incorporate an individual physical indoor activity such as yoga
3. schedule group walks often
4. allow for ample recess free play outdoors

Amber Fitzgerald

11/28/2015 12:39:10 pm

1. Give the kids time to play outside, not just inside.
2. Set a group game time with games that every child is able to play.
3. Go on walks, encourage a change of scenery once in awhile.
4. Ask the kids for their ideas on games or activities, they will want to engage more if you give them choices and use their ideas.

Dylan

11/28/2015 02:17:34 pm

1. We have a gym game we do every day.
2. We go outside once a day as well.
3. The kids have free time last 30 min of the day.
4. We also sometimes go on walks as a group.

Patricia

11/30/2015 07:36:20 pm

We have our children participate in daily yoga, lots of puzzles and board games, outdoor games (tag, soccer, jump rope etc.) and we love music class, (great time to dance!)

Mary

12/4/2015 01:58:28 pm

1. Our students love their outdoor time. They love walks and exploring outside.
2. We offer yoga or a sports rotation every day.
3. Dancing!
4. Weekly field trip

Breaunah Jacobs

12/6/2015 02:15:19 pm

1. Nature walks
2. Dancing classes
3. Offer gymnastics time with floor mats in the gym
4. Use our rock climbing wall!!

Audrey Heeren

12/7/2015 09:47:41 am

I think we can improve our indoor experience by including more large muscle activities. Maybe an exercise rotation?

Precious H

12/7/2015 09:21:42 pm

1. Having our kids prep in the gym by getting them excited. Activities like racing with no winners, gets their endorphins going so that way they can actually be excited about the energy they are releasing.

2. Always have at least one staff willing to participate(if an adult is enjoying having fun it must be fun).

3. walks, finding out what kids love to do at parks(questions should relate to the type of park you are going to. One time a group of boys wanted to build forts..so we took a the whole group to interlaken park and though its field with trees and nature walks, we stopped and let the boys build forts with the fallen tree limbs for 15 mins.

4. engage in class/group meetings weekly/biweekly with the kids and involve them with choices and ideas on what THEY want to do!!

Gisella Santiago-Gronka

12/8/2015 03:51:03 pm

1. Have an indoor/outdoor area available to play with balls, run, garden, and use of playground equipment. 2. Let kids invent games and join in the fun. 3. Coordinate field trips to State Parks, hike the trails, use playground equipment, and get creative with what's available (building forts). 4. The days that the weather doesn't want to cooperate, we have board games, jump rope, music and dance.

shelby kesterke

12/9/2015 02:02:53 pm

1.Engage in play, a lot of students enjoy jump roping, so I will hold the rope while they jump rope, and do different jump rope activities with them.
2.Giving students a chance during class to get up and move around.
3.Organizing games in a group setting, that way everyone is included.
4.Making sure the play equipment is safe for students to use.

Desiree Price

12/10/2015 09:06:19 pm

1.) Have trips to activity based centers- community pools, maybe fund raise for a trip such as indoor rock climbing, or some other interesting physical activity.

2.) When possible, incorporate physical activity in class lessons, such as hopping to different letters scattered on the floor when practicing spelling words, or hopping to different numbers scattered on the floor when practicing math problems.

3.) After school care activities can have a large focus on sports and intense play to play outside once homework is completed.

4.) Make sure that they get adequate recess time, and have gym class that often offers intense physical activity, like basketball, flag football, etc.

Stacy

12/11/2015 08:25:47 pm

1. give students plenty of time to play outside
2. have the correct equipment (balls, jump ropes, etc.)
3. get them involved with creating rules for games
4. be a good role model, be involved, make it fun

Rachel Davenport

12/12/2015 01:15:29 pm

Four ways to encourage kids to have physical activity.
1) Provide a recess time where organized games are provided and encouraged.
2) encourage the children to have fun with the games
3) teach them that exercise is fun.
4) join in and lead by example with the games.

Anamaria

12/14/2015 11:41:02 pm

1. by having a safe outdoor space that is adequate for them to play on.
2.have plenty of out door equipment for them to play with such as hula hoops, jump rope, basket balls, soccer balls etc.
3.Teach them a new game that everyone can play.
4.Also make obstacle courses for them to play and win a chance to win a prize.

Estefania

12/16/2015 06:58:21 pm

Outside play time. Play soccer, football
go in the gym and play group games
have a group dance
teach them that exercise is fun

Emely

12/17/2015 12:37:04 am

1. Take them outside and provide them balls and jumpropes to use
2. Play group games that include running either outside or inside
3. Come up with activities and crafts to keep them entertained
4.Challenge them to do better and reward them after

Rebecca Pedersen

12/27/2015 02:23:54 pm

1. introduce or initate tag or other constructive games
2. help kids interact with each other and participate in group activities
3. being aware of surrounding kids and ensure each one is being productive and active
4. being goofy when appropriate to do so such as dancing, spinning...

Katrina

12/28/2015 11:01:28 am

1. Ensuring that outside time is made available.
2. Encouraging creative situations in their tag play.
3. Participating in their tag games when possible and appropriate.
4. Inviting wallflower students to play one-on-one in outside activities, when possible and appropriate, or encouraging them to ask to join in already occurring activities with other students.

James Over

12/29/2015 04:01:21 pm

1. Hiking
2. Rock Climbing
3. Archery
4. Field Games

Mariah Mercado

12/29/2015 09:51:10 pm

1. Put aside a special time for physical activity every day
2. Combine character and leadership activities with physical activities (example: compliment tag)
3. Require staff to participate in physical activities. This makes the game more structured therefore games last longer.
4. Create fun relay races

Lindsay Lyon

12/30/2015 02:01:57 pm

Our school allows for at least an hour of physical activity every day. We work on yoga and stretching in the classroom and allow for recess and outside play before lunch and in the afternoon, We also provide 45 minutes of swimming for each class weekly.

Laura

12/30/2015 08:47:15 pm

Maintain a safe environment
Offer free play time outside and inside
Provide activities which allow for physical movement: running and jumping outside and building and moving inside
Encourage their ideas for physical movement indoors and outdoors.

Cecilia

12/31/2015 12:13:20 pm

1. Encourage participation in group games, and decide democratically what game to play
2. Have activities that involve fine motor skills, like sewing, cooking, or crafting
3. Encourage outdoor or in the gym creative, physical play. Individual kids or groups of kids should be encouraged to play freely and physically.
4. Play with outdoors with or create art with children individually or in small groups so that they can learn by observing you and you can provide encouragement and compliment their work and success.

Andrea

1/3/2016 04:06:55 pm

1.provide a safe environment for children to have safe play.
2.making a outdoor schedule with a list of activities for them to do as a group and providing a little of individual time with each child.
3.encourage a staff and children play day for all to be involved
4.play a long with them and be involved.

rebecca arnold

1/5/2016 01:43:06 pm

take them outside for 45 mins to play four square, slide down rhe slide, play on the bars. Play along with them

Stephanie

1/7/2016 01:39:31 pm

Offer a variety of physical activities to accommodate all children
Engage-participate with the children and share in the fun
Provide outdoor space where children can play without fear of injury
Provide equipment and supplies that encourage group and individual physical activity

Jmes

1/12/2016 07:04:49 am

1. Play some sort of group activity such as Freeze tag, Line tag, or Zombie tag
2. Play a team game such as Kickball, Soccer, or Basketball
3. All them to express themselves through Dancing with a game of "Freeze Dance"
4. Have them go outside and have fun running around on the field or on the big toy

Sybil

1/12/2016 11:31:24 am

1. play with them! whether this means playing tag (and being 'it') or pitching in a game of kickball
2. round up a group on the playground to play a common game (lava tag, etc.), discussing the rules of the game clearly for everyone to agree upon
3. have a ball around for playing pass with kids who are looking lost for something to do
4. jumprope games!

Justyna Galaz

1/15/2016 08:16:03 am

1. Do an outdoor activity with the class, such as freeze tag, red rover red rover.
2. Have the class get in a circle and do songs with motions-inside.
3. Have the children go on a field trip, but walk to the destination if close enough.
4. Lead the kids in yoga or a dance party.

David D

1/18/2016 12:30:06 pm

1) Play Endurance games for those who want to
2) Play indoor games for those who want to
3) Play games that don't require significant talent (Wall Ball)
4) Play games that are non competitive (Gymnastics, Dancing etc..)

cynthia smith

1/18/2016 06:03:39 pm

!) Throwing a foam ball so they can practice swinging the bat and hitting the ball.
2) Hold an end of the jump rope and count the jumps
3) Helping them "walk" with their hands on the monkey bars
4)Walking around the playground searching for "treasures" i.e. colored leaves

Mischelle Johnson

1/19/2016 11:33:35 am

1. During break time, we have yoga available for our friends who want to participate. While the rest run around outside.
2. Teamwork minute to win it games that involve being outdoors using our entire backyard play space.
3. Teach the kids how to play jumprope with three friends, show them when and where to jump, and how many different variations available to them.
4. Imagination play. 'We are about to take off on our rocket ship! Get ready for countdown' or 'our wings have finally sprouted, come on fairies!'

Micaela Carroll

1/20/2016 01:22:32 pm

1) Dance
2)Morning yoga
3) Imagination dance moves- ask children to show you a dance move and you and the rest of the class repeats it
3) Outside play

Kay

1/21/2016 01:15:06 pm

1) Dancing
2) Playing on the play ground
3) jump roping
4) hopscotch

Elizabeth Salyers

1/23/2016 10:26:38 am

1) assist in taking out the trash
2) Play freeze dance
3) Play outside on the school playground
4) Play hopscotch

jennifer massengale

1/23/2016 02:27:17 pm

we spend a lot of time outside side when it is nice. field trips playing ball games in a safe environment ,jumping games interacting with each other to develop physical and nurturing friendships in a playful enviroment

Gabriel A

1/25/2016 12:31:07 pm

1. Give kids at least one opportunity per day to egage in physical activity
2. Give kids multiple options when it comes to physical activity
3. Organize a group game so that kids don't feel excluded & everyone gets a chance to play
4. Let kids have free time to run around if they have extra energy

Annika

1/26/2016 02:06:53 pm

1. Encouraging them. Many kids get upset if they fail the first few times, telling them to try again and 'good job' is easy and helps them develop, also encourage the kids that aren't as active, engage them so they can get the exercise they need!
2. Providing equipment. Basketballs, jump ropes, playground equipment, tether-balls, all these are toys that help develop different physical skills.
3. Have activities planned and also give them opportunities for free play and imagination.
4. Meet requirements. Set goals with your co-workers to meet at least 30 minutes of physical activity.

Carly

1/28/2016 10:11:30 am

Four ways to be sure we are meeting children's physical needs are to: 1) Allow time for safe, supervised outdoor/playground/recess time
2) Provide equipment, for example, a "ball-bag" with soccer balls, basketballs, etc.
3) Provide planned activities and games appropriate for all ages.
4) Field trips or lesson plans that involve physical engagement.

Andrea myers link

1/28/2016 12:01:49 pm

1. pick age group appropriate game
2. make sure everyone feels included
3. envole the kids in what the game choice is
4. play with them and make them feel good about the game

Molly B

1/29/2016 07:27:05 pm

1. provide 30 minutes of indoor or outdoor recess
2. find games the group enjoys together and vote
3. join them in the activities.
4. make sure everyone is feeling included.

Haleigh

1/31/2016 03:48:32 pm

1. Provide outside time for them to play
2. Provide items like jump ropes, balls, hula hoops, etc.
3. Conduct group games
4. Go on planned field trips

Sara link

2/3/2016 09:36:15 am

1) Give the children adequate equipment for playing outside
2) Create group/team games
3) Be involved with the games/activities
4) Pick appropriate age group games

Sarah Still

2/3/2016 01:27:28 pm

Supply balls, jump ropes, Frisbees, etc. for them to play with, regularly incorporate group games so everyone is involved, provide outside time as well as indoor games, give options that the kids can vote on so that they feel included and that their opinion matters.

Michael Chapman

2/5/2016 12:13:11 pm

1. play games outside
2. have random dance parties
3.have daily stretch time
4.Teach the kids a new game every week

Alissa Wallace

2/7/2016 12:32:02 pm

In our program our kids enjoy the following:

1. ABC's of fitness (a fun, age appropriate exercise corresponding with each letter of the alphabet)
2. Daily cool down (stand up, stretch, wiggle around and shake out some energy when the kids have been doing homework time, reading, etc)
3. Engaging PE equipment (small stilts, foam balls, plastic bowling equipment)
4. Organized group games where every child is included throughout the activity

Holly

2/7/2016 03:54:14 pm

1) Physical education class. Students are taught to cross-body activities and common games.
2) Supervised free play with balls and other materials such as handkerchiefs and jump ropes.
3) Group activities like Simon Says and Follow the Leader that require a range of physical movement.
4) Just Dance types of activities

Kimme Johnson

2/7/2016 05:10:16 pm

1. During a transition time, have the kids play a quick round of simon says to get them moving
2. Do a morning stretch session when the kids get to school
3. Encourage all kids to join in on a group game, such as freeze dance or link tag
4. Encourage all the kids to join in on a group sport, such as a game of soccer.

Linda Mae

2/8/2016 01:32:30 pm

1. Start the school day 5 min of stretches and light aerobic, in classroom, activity to get the blood/oxygen flowing to prep for concentrated work.
2. Teach some lessons through a standing activity - counting off by two's; measurements, etc
3. Set up games in playground to encourage children to try new activities. Relay races, Volleyball, etc.
4. Have the children play act to books or songs with activities in them .

Rachel

2/9/2016 04:00:26 pm

1. Read
2. Tag
3. learn new things
4. Sing Song

PRIYANKA KUMARI

2/10/2016 05:03:10 am

1.Encourage to playy outside like jumping
2.Play some indoor games like puzzle
3.All the playing area should be safe so that help to avoid tripping.
4.Do all activity on daily-basis.

Lisa

2/12/2016 01:48:45 pm

What are four ways that you can assist students in meeting their physical activity needs?

Four ways that our program can assist in meeting our students physical activities needs are:
1. Continue providing them with the adequate equipment, time and space that they need for engaging in active play. Whether that consist of indoor facilities or outdoor facilities. We want to give kids an opportunity to explore their lives and their passions through sports, play, imagination, creation, and art.
2. To continue providing them a safe place, again whether that be indoor or outdoor, to be carrying out these physical activities. Removing any objects that could cause injury or harm and to make sure sidewalks and fields are very minimal to no damage.
3. We can continue to grow and make connections throughout our community that engages youth in in-depth activities such as bead working, creative movement, gardening, woodworking, sewing, and pottery. Not only continuing in the growth of making these connections but protecting the time that's been made available for the students to explore these options.
4. To focus on both aspects of a child's physical needs, providing ample opportunity in gross motor skills and fine motor skills. Looking at opportunities such as group games and team sports that focus on the development of both skills.

Kammi

2/15/2016 06:55:15 pm

4 ways I can insure children are meeting their physical needs:
1. GET INVOLVED. Students love NOTHING more than when an adult is willing to play with them and get involved.
2. Make it a challenge/ game. Lots of kids are driven by that type of thing.
3. Take 'brain breaks', let them get their wiggles out if we're doing a lengthy activity.
4. Encouragement. Regardless of the situation remaining positive it the biggest thing,

Brandi Johnson

2/18/2016 09:17:29 am

Four ways to help children with physical development is

1. Have an appropriate place for the children to play. Like outdoor space, access to a gym.

2. Have equipment available, like jump ropes, balls, frisbees and hula hoops.

3. Have group games. Tag, relay races, basketball, soccer.

4. Go on walks around the playground. Find ways to get them moving, like treasure hunts.

Katharina Gees

2/20/2016 01:01:40 pm

Four ways in which I can help meet my students' physical activity needs: (1) provide a space for the activity: a gym, playground, grass field, sports court, etc., (2) provide age appropriate equipment: mats, balls, rackets, installed playgrounds, nets, etc., (3) plan the time into the daily schedule, and (4) encourage and lead games in order to facilitate participation.

Henry Moen

2/20/2016 05:36:28 pm

1) Put on some dance music they like and have them go wild
2) Organize games for them like tag or soccer
3) Have equipment for them to use like balls and jump ropes
4) Be willing to go outside with them if they want to

Marc

2/20/2016 06:20:40 pm

First have a rigorous activity to get the heart pumping, then have an activity that builds skill, then have some down time like maybe a simple walk, then end with some free time on a playground or in a gym.

Andrew McCullough

2/24/2016 05:52:01 pm

1) Adequate time. We have a period of time after homework time during which we may go outside for 15-20 minutes; as much as possible we take this time so the kids can run around for longer.
2) Promote safety so that kids can play with minimal injuries and disruptions
3) Variety of activity: sports activities, but also dancing, stretching, etc.
4) Supervision with a view toward this goal - that is, not only for safety, but with a goal of proactively promoting appropriate activities.

Melissa

2/26/2016 08:42:13 pm

1) Offer many different physical activities
2) Offer different levels of physical activities to adapt to each step in development
3) Be interactive with teaching students physical skills, such as, how to dribble a ball.
4) Show students how to do certain physical skills so they can see for themselves and then model your moves.

Morgan M.

2/27/2016 09:42:23 pm

1) provide a safe place for them to perform physical activities indoors and outdoors.
2) join in the play to help monitor and support
3) suggest and demonstrate new games for them to play that could help them to improve on their physical skills
4) suggest new groups of kids with different physical levels to interact to help promote learning.

Nohelani Quigtar

2/28/2016 09:54:11 pm

1. Provide a safe environment for them to play
2. Be interactive while with them whether it be joining in on the game or supporting them
3. Give them different options on what they can do
4. Encourage them to try it for at least a little so that they challenge themselves

Jessica

2/29/2016 12:10:21 pm

There are many ways to offer physical activites for kids.
FIrst is to model and participate with the kids.
Lead organized group games. Pick games that match the mental and physical abilities of your kids.

Create team challenges that involve teamwork and activity such as a relay involving puzzles and physical task.

Play a game kids have come up with such a new type of tag or a variant on a sport. Giving the kids a say will peak their interest.

katie

3/1/2016 01:13:18 pm

1- Scheduled "recess" or free play time through out the day.
2- Promote safety during play times/game times.
3- Encourage them to try something they might be scared to try or have never done.
4- Be involved; play with them, don't just watch/monitor.

Tabitha

3/2/2016 03:18:59 pm

Make sure they have properly stretched
Modified if needed
Explained correctly
Not over working themselves

Daniel Allen

3/4/2016 11:35:34 am

1. Schedule regular activities.
2. Make the activities interesting and fun.
3. Encourage everyone to play.
4. Educate on the importance of physical health through play.

Nicole Littleton

3/5/2016 09:10:00 am

Four ways to assist student's physical activity needs are:
1-Have an outdoor play space that is fun, engaging, and safe
2-Give students plenty of time to play outside
3-Teach about the importance of outdoor exercise at class time
4-Play with the students to set an example

Brittany Nielsen

3/9/2016 03:13:14 pm

To make sure children meet their physical activity needs, they should have a range of tools and equipment to play with (jump ropes, hula hoops, various types of balls), be taught a variety of different games or activities that allow them to hone their skills or learn new ones, be given enough time during the day to play, and they also need the encouragement of adults as well as their peers.

Nathan Johnson

3/10/2016 11:05:59 am

The program can provide for the students physical activity needs are:
1. Having a curriculum for what activities the class will be doing
2. providing a safe space to play in
3. providing fun things to play with ie. footballs basketballs ect.
4. having a good balance between relaxed time and physical activity

Audrey MEZIL

3/14/2016 02:24:20 pm

Four ways to assist student's physical activity needs could be :
1 - Provide a safe environment well adapted to their age
2 - Teach them how to play, introduce them new games/new sports and play with them
3 - Encourage them to try something they might be scared to try or have never done before and help them if they think them need
4 - Give fun to the activities, students need to take pleasure, to be motivate by what they are doing

Jaclyn Tabone

3/15/2016 11:09:43 am

1. Provide equipment such as play toys, jump ropes or balls
2. Have a safe environment to play on like a field, play ground or gym
3. Provide options such as group games
4. Encourage water breaks when needed

Brianna Kanyid

3/16/2016 12:30:37 pm

Our childhood care is split between morning and afternoon care.
During both shifts we do a physical activity In the mornings we go to the gym and in the afternoons we go outside.
1. In the gym we play organized activities that are all kids are able to do (K- 5th grade). It encourages them to work together.
2. In the afternoons, when we go outside, they have free time. As the staff, we will go and play with them, sometimes kickball or fly up ball. As adults we try to set the examples by joining in the exercise.
3. We often try to include new games so that the children feel excited to do physical activities.
4. We often let the children vote on which physical activities they would like to do. This encourages them to work together to find a solution.

RAFFAELA GENZALE

3/17/2016 11:58:26 am

1. Play outside as long as possible
2.Have kids get involved by choosing a game or activity that everyone can play together
3.Have indoor and outdoor play areas available
4.Jump rope contests

Aimee

3/17/2016 02:16:13 pm

1. We provide the kids with 2 times to play one right after school and one after homework time. We encourage them to go outside and run around and play.
2. we provide toys to play with outside like balls, jump rope, basketball hoops, and a playground structure
3. Inside we have legos, dolls, board games, books, perler beads, and markers an paper so they can also play inside.
4.usually just before we have the kids wash up for snack time we have them play a short game of simon says.

Drew

3/19/2016 02:51:56 pm

1. Organize group games
2. Provide balls and playground equipment
3. Have designated indoor/outdoor play areas with large spaces of room to run around
4. Interact with them in a way that promotes physical activity(teach them how to play specific sports and games and play with them)

Jacqueline Huhta

3/22/2016 01:05:02 pm

1. Create time for group games
2. Give them opportunities to place inside a gym or outside on a playground
3. Provide the equipment for games
4. Have a list of physical games for them to play so they always have something to do

Katrina Piteo-Tarpy

4/8/2016 08:03:33 pm

1. On a good day move some activities outdoors, such as a mobile outdoor reading lounge.
2. Plan a picnic with the children. They can make menus and discuss healthy food options.
3. Integrate physical activity into topic planning. Our Kindergarten solar system unit is called "Space Exploration' . We have included an Astronaut training camp morning where children build different astronaut related fitness and spacial awareness skills. Such as building a rocket from blocks using rubber gloves, moonwalk races, writing their names while lying on their backs, copying constellations etc.
4. I value physical movement aka 'brain breaks' before math lessons.

Nayelika Fuentes link

4/12/2016 11:10:41 am

1-Have a certain time for the kids.
2-Have a big enough place for the kids to play in.
3-Have materials that are good to help them such as kickball, soccer, tag, and jump roping.
4-Make sure the kids are having fun and you see their progress.

Jeannette Williams

4/14/2016 08:39:58 am

1: having a big room or space to play in
2; having them have group time with other kids
3:Encourage water breaks when needed and snack time or even just breaks .
4:making sure that your happy to see them see their progress

Anne

4/16/2016 03:34:45 pm

First a safe outdoor environment that has been approved by a licensing office, just to be sure. Second, give them enough activities to choose from. Group play is also important and knowing that there are rules to follow. Lastly, I changed planned activities sometimes or add something that I know will stimulate my kids to go outside.

Gabrielle

4/19/2016 03:24:41 pm

1.Playing outside
2.If we have a large group we often will split up into two groups for two different activities.
3.We have a large area inside to play.
4.We have a second playground that we sometimes will go too to play different activities.

Kristina

4/21/2016 11:52:40 am

1. Safe indoor environment
2. Talk to our team about the practice plan
3. Start our basketball practice
4. Make sure they are having fun while practicing.

richard heavyrunner link

4/21/2016 12:16:58 pm

develop a practice plan
provide safe environment
implement practice plan
instruct and teach while practice
and make sure kids are having fun

Emily DuBois

5/2/2016 11:03:55 am

Four different ways to assist children in physical play are
-Providing a safe and fun, large space for the children to play
-Starting games that all children can participate in, not picking favorites
-Participating with the children
-Showing the children who may be struggling friendly tips

Kari link

5/5/2016 09:38:33 am

1- Stagger schedule to allow physical movement after sitting activities
2- Have at least 30 minutes outside or gross motor time
3- Play cooperative games
4- talk about healthy living

Yarely

5/18/2016 11:25:58 pm

1. Play soccer with them
2. Play kick ball or show them if they are at a certain age they don't quit understand the game.
3. A really great game that I remember playing when I was younger is red rover it's a fun game. Helps them with learning colors and they get to run
4. 15-30 minutes depending on weather and let them have free time
5. Have a safe place fenced maybe so they can play outdoors

Myell Mergaert

5/19/2016 10:24:09 pm

1. Provide multiple structured play times throughout the day
2. Engage with field trips that involve outside time
3. Talk and model about healthy lifestyle choices
4. Create sports teams within the program

Olivia

5/24/2016 03:41:40 pm

1. Playing a group activity such as tag.
2. Going to a playground.
3. Have multiple times for play throughout the day.
4. Go on field trips that expose the children to a new environment

Christopher Williams

5/29/2016 11:53:54 am

1. Challenge them with new activities
2. If children get frustrated with new tasks, simplify the task and try again.
3. Give positive criticism.
4. Keep all environments safe.

Katheryn Leyde

6/1/2016 11:51:45 am

1. Playing group activities
2. Gym time
3. Relay Races
4. Kick Ball

Maddi

6/5/2016 08:51:16 pm

What are four ways that you can assist students in meeting their physical activity needs?
1. Organizing group games such as relay races or even kickball
2. Providing equipment for students, like balls and jump ropes.
3. Provide safe environments for students to be able to play at, such as gyms, playgrounds, and fields.
4. Teach students about healthy living, such as having a healthy diet and exercise, and model these as well.

Laura Murillo

6/6/2016 10:49:41 pm

1. Provide safe indoor and outdoor space for the kids to run around and have sufficient physical activity.
2. Provide equipment for them to be able to play group/team games.
3. Engage as much as possible. The kids love it!
4. Teach the kids about healthy living habits and inclusion of all kids in the games. It always changes the mood when everyone is worried about having fun and not winning. Keep it positive!

venise williams

6/8/2016 03:29:09 am

1-Provide outdoor play spaces that are fun and safe
2-Ask the children or vote on what they would like to do
3-Have plenty of play materials like jump ropes, basketballs, etc.
4-Play child appropriate music in the background to encourage movement and a fun environment.

Leticia Gutierrez

6/8/2016 07:41:06 pm

I offer a different variety of outdoor activities ,kick ball, run, share ideas,

Sashia Ramirez-Trujillo

6/13/2016 01:47:55 am

1. Exercising at the park 3 times per week. Aerobics, zumba or dancing.
2. Scenic drives around the city or near places.
3. Field trips to parks, museums, aquarium, etc
4. Public speaking activities in groups where they can talk about an specific topic and share ideas about it.

Katie M O'Brien

6/14/2016 12:44:25 pm

Four ways students can be assisted in meeting their physical needs include:
1) Providing indoor and outdoor play
2) Providing equipment for team play and sports
3) Teaching students new acivities and provide supervision to ensure all activities are safe
4) Teaching students about healthy living

Manroop Buttar

6/14/2016 07:53:41 pm

1. going to the park
2. organized sporting events
3.field trips
4. teach kids about health

Manolita

6/20/2016 08:17:21 pm

Everyday, the schedule allows for free choice time both in the morning and afternoon and recess or outdoor playtime also both in the morning and afternoon. Free choice give each child opportunity to explore interests such as playing indoor game with peers, draw or paint, read, etc. The playground have room for running or playing on the playground apparatus. The space is enclosed, safe from cracks and other obstructions. There is covered area for inclement weather. The curriculum also provides once a week P.E. class, dance class, music, and arts/crafts class.

Mia Naficy

6/22/2016 01:47:10 am

1. Ensure that the activity is age-appropriate, yet engaging for the children.
2. Present children with many materials and a variety of locations for play. ie: Basketballs, gymnasiums, outdoor fields, parachutes, etc.
3. Make sure the environment is safe and that any potential risks or hazards are considered before beginning play.
4. Make sure that their physical time is frequent and substantial in time. Children need physical activity for developing many mental and physical skills. It is a major part of the growing process.

Carly Froneberger

6/28/2016 07:56:23 pm

Four ways our program can help students meet their physical needs is: playing on the play ground at least 30 mins daily, have a daily workout routine (yoga one day, cardio another, etc.), go on field trips that require walking, and teaching the children about the importance of exercising and eating right.

Jeremy Tagliaferre

7/11/2016 11:14:59 pm

1 - Offer lots of time and space during the day for kids to play outside and unstructured
2 - Make sure kids include others in games and activities so that everyone feels safe and encouraged
3 - Ensure playground equipment is safe and well-maintained
4 - Play with them, modeling good sportsmanship and teamwork

Emily Enright

7/12/2016 08:54:18 pm

1) Provide a safe space for the activity to occur
2) Be involved! Make it fun for the children, and make sure they have your full attention
3)Gear the activity towards the lesson they are learning (i.e.: if learning about weather, have the students look at thermometers to see the temperature, or have them observe the weather and draw it with chalk)
4) Give children all of the equipment (balls, jump ropes, chalk ect.) and time they need to enjoy the activity.

Judith

7/24/2016 09:09:21 am

1. make sure to take the kids outside for at least 60 minutes everyday.
2. have the appropriate equipment when playing games outside.
3. get every child involve as much as you can.
4. the children that are not into sports, give them chalk, magnifier glass, that way they are not just doing nothing. they have something to do.

Nirmala

8/2/2016 01:10:49 am

1.By giving them a sceduled time to play in the ground.
2.Encourage participation in group games and team sports.
3.Provide equipments to play games like basket ball,soccer,jungle gym.
4.Conduct fun creative movement activities like dance,music,songs.

Anne Pyle

8/14/2016 11:46:29 pm

1. Teach new fun and exciting group games. Kids love when you participate in games as well!
2. Provide time, space, and appropriate play equipment for children to run around a play.
3. Take them out to the playground often.
4. Have a music center with hoola hoops & jump ropes!

Kostya

8/16/2016 03:04:12 pm

I work at a summer camp that focuses around Taekwondo, therefore there is already a lot of physical activity.
1. Provide a large padded area where children can run and play different games without getting injured.
2. Provide both free time and time for organized activities in said mats.
3. Take the children outside to a park or playground.
4. Organize many different activities during playtime, such as team games, crafts, exploring, and just playing.

Miesha Olsson

8/22/2016 12:42:08 pm

1. outdoor play and games either playing on a jungle gym or playing games such as soccer or kickball.

2. indoor play. playing games like duck duck goose on days when its raining o cold outside so children can still get physical activity.

3. Teaching the children about healthy eating habits and how important eating healthy is.

4. going on a field trip to a park or even going for a walk to a local library or other local place can still provide children with exercise.

Margaret

8/22/2016 02:51:04 pm

1) timed balance competitions
2) obstacle course relays
3) walking to a field trip destination
4) indoor and outdoor group games

Heidi Roberts

8/23/2016 03:18:24 pm

Safe environment
Age appropriate equipment
Plan ahead
Have first aid kit

Leslie

8/23/2016 03:48:49 pm

Four ways to assist students in meeting their physical needs:

1. Take daily breaks with the students and perform stretching exercises, dancing, or yoga. Always play music of different instrumental genres to help them relax and get motivated! Keep the moves simple, based on each child's age and do the exercising in the morning and/or before dismissal.

2. Provide times to engage in a sport/activity that utilizes equipment of various sizes and textures (sports balls, hoops, frisbees, jump rope, scooters, etc.). Whether it is an actual game with teams, or individual practicing of a certain move (bouncing, throwing, kicking, and so on), physical activity/play should be included in the daily routine for minimum of 30 minutes.

3. Host creative projects or cooking projects (students do the prepping and none of the actual baking/cooking with heat). Research and introduce new cultural foods or crafts to students.

4. Explore your surroundings and have nature/city walks. Take opportunities to have community workers come in and provide hands no materials to learn about the occupation.

Always practice safety first! Be engaged with the students---have fun, be silly with them, and be a spectacular role model! Show them what you can do and ask them what they can teach their peers, too!

Alexander

8/26/2016 12:45:38 pm

I find creating or introducing new and different games to be an excellent way to test and develop a wide variety of physical skills and abilities. From fast paced games like tag or redlight-greenlight, to more controlled games like horse-shoes or hopscotch, you can find a way to nurture almost any aspect of a child's physical development.

Angela

8/30/2016 01:28:22 pm

1. Take the kids to the playground.
2. Provide and practice safety rules
3. Always have a first aid kit on hand
4. Let kids be kids and have fun!

Amber

9/2/2016 10:24:52 am

We have designated gym time where we play group games. We also allow for free time where the kids can choose what they want to do in the gym, i.e., basketball, jump rope, etc. We also give the kids time to play outside, not just inside. Lastly, my favorite activity is to turn on the music and have a dance party. What kid doesn't love to dance?!

McCanna

9/3/2016 11:35:31 am

Room to play, use of gross and fine motor skills, fun games, and encouraging team activities inside and outside.

Katarina Allen

9/3/2016 05:54:31 pm

My school age program is located at an elementary school so we have many different kinds of equipment the kids can play on. Slides, zip line, monkey bars, rock wall and swings. Plus we provide different outside toys such as basketballs, soccer balls, tennis balls and racquets.

Kate Taylor

9/4/2016 05:23:49 pm

1) Provide some boundaries to keep them safe
2) Lead group games/sports when necessary
3) Provide equipment to play with
4) Encourage them to explore what games make them happy and provide a team atmosphere.

Gnanamani Hooyman

9/5/2016 10:36:54 pm

1. Playground
2. Hands-on classroom enrichments
3. Teaching them different art styles (hand-motions)
4. Having the appropriate indoor and outdoor eqipment

Alicia

9/7/2016 11:06:26 am

1. Allow the kids to have at least 30 minutes a day either outside or in the gym
2. Do a yoga activity in the morning
3. Allow kids to have a variety of activities to do and provide the equipment for them to do so
4. Do team activities so kids can learn to work together as a team
5. Make sure the areas you allow kids to play at are safe and in good shape

Lacie

9/8/2016 06:24:10 pm

1) Have a safe indoor/ outdoor space for physical activities
2) Lots of group games and activities in mind
3) Take into consideration what they want to play
4) Be physically active with them

Brittany Lealao

9/11/2016 01:17:39 pm

1. Engage with children
2. Instill discipline to children not being safe with other children
3. Provide adequate equipment
4. Encourage each child's athletic ability and motivate them to persevere.

Alissa Gutierrez

9/12/2016 07:37:55 pm

Four ways that I can assist students in meeting their physical activity needs are:
1) Make sure all play areas and equipment are safe
2) Let children know that they are doing their best, because not everyone's skill set is the same
3) Refer activities that are outside of the classrooms: like parks, public swimming pools, YMCA, etc.
4) Set a good example and participate with the children

Kylee

9/16/2016 10:32:07 am

Make sure you play games outdoors that are safe.
Children look up to adults so set a good example.
Engage with them by playing card games or coloring.
Hands on activities are best.

Quincy Henry

9/16/2016 01:33:34 pm

1. Provide a safe environment where physical activities can be held.
2. Promote the importance of meeting physical activity needs. Instead of just telling them to be active, explain why its important to be active.
3. Take breaks throughout the day to stretch and move about allowing blood flow to occur.
4. Encourage everyone to participate in recess/outdoor play and ensure everyone is being included in group activities.

Chloe

9/16/2016 03:46:52 pm

1. Well, we have a different craft every week, and with our mix of students, we try to make sure the craft is something that younger students can complete, but not be boring for the older students.
2. If students come to us and say that they are bored, we often suggest and then help the students start games such as benchball, tag, or wallball (one of the many games the students themselves have created.) Of course, we do get pulled into playing the games ourselves.
3. In those aforementioned games, there are sometimes disputes among the students as to who won or who should be out, and we try to mediate and aid the students in coming to an agreement between themselves. This helps them get back to playing and moving.
4. We have an outdoor space that we use. The students can play hockey or basketball, they have space to run and play, or they could use the chalk we have.

Kate Sheldon

9/24/2016 08:34:06 am

1. Let kids play in the gym or outdoors for 30 minutes daily
2. Make sure the play areas are safe
3. Give children multiple pieces of equipment. (kickballs, jump rope, etc.)
4. Encourage children to be active and have fun.

Sarah

9/24/2016 10:42:48 am

Four ways that you can assist students in meeting their physical activity needs are:
1- Follow your program's procedures for the amount of time that should be spent doing physical activities or being outside
2- Make sure that all equipment and play areas are safe
3- Encourage all children to participate and try, and reassure them that everyone's skill levels are different
4- Lead by example and engage with the children during play time

Jocelyn Ramirez

9/27/2016 10:44:53 am

What are four ways that you can assist students in meeting their physical activity needs?

Outdoor:
1. Playing freeze tag
2. Jump rope
indoor:
3. Pretend store (how to deal with money)
4. Sensory table (with sand, or water marbles, or beans, etc.)

Lexi

9/29/2016 10:05:35 am

You could offer activities that target children's favorite hobbies, engage in daily activity for at least 30 minutes, offer sensory bins for younger children, and create an "I'm Bored" bucket with additional physical or mentally stimulating ideas.

Krystal Hwang

9/30/2016 12:44:22 pm

I agree

1.safety
2.rules for safety
3.communication w/kids
4.monitor kids
5.creative activities for the kids to involve themselves or play!

Krystal Hwang

9/30/2016 12:44:37 pm

I agree

1.safety
2.rules for safety
3.communication w/kids
4.monitor kids
5.creative activities for the kids to involve themselves or play!

Krystal Hwang

9/30/2016 12:44:53 pm

I agree

1.safety
2.rules for safety
3.communication w/kids
4.monitor kids
5.creative activities for the kids to involve themselves or play!

Kylee

10/7/2016 01:04:08 pm

Make sure you play games outdoors that are safe
Children look up to adults so set a good example
Engage with them by playing card games or coloring
Hands on activities are best

kylee

10/7/2016 01:23:20 pm

Make sure you play games outdoors that are safe
Children look up to adults so set a good example
Engage with them by playing card games or coloring
Hands on activities are best

Kristopher McLendon

10/11/2016 11:36:28 am

Hello,

Four activities that would assist in physical activity are:
1. Play games in the gym
'2. Outside on a playground
3. Group games in a field.
4. Going on a walk

Kiana Wastradowski

10/13/2016 11:50:34 am

1. Go on a walk
2. Group games that involve constant physical activity
3. Age appropriate music and dance party
4. Teaching sports with safe contact rules

diana

10/14/2016 08:03:23 pm

i would say to pay attention to the childs behavior and social skills also age and play safe games but also fun games for everyone that are appropriate for them

Jennifer Hargrove

10/15/2016 01:59:39 pm

1) Bring the children to a park with play structures. 2) Enroll in a sport program near the center. 3) Preform in house exercise programs. 4) Allow plenty of recess time.

Aliyah Martin

10/17/2016 09:48:39 pm

1. Encourage children how important physical exercise is to them.
2.Provide ample activities and choices for children to engage in.
3.Encourage them to engage socially
4. Encourage children that what ever skill they want to improve ex:games, art work sports. Can be improved through engaging in such activities.

Latifa Franklin

10/20/2016 12:02:18 pm

1. Inform children of how important it is to get physical excersise
2.Bring toys and other objects that the children can play with outside
3.Bring the children to playgrounds or big parks
4.Make sure that it is safe when children are playing

Juan Flores

10/24/2016 08:38:06 pm

1. Giving students a schedule playtime outdoors.
2. Provide a safe environment where children may tumble but not receive severe cuts.
3. Motivate children to play and to challenge themselves to improve.
4. Organize activities that engage students both physically and mentally.

nicole wilson

10/25/2016 08:17:24 pm

four ways to help students meet their physical activity needs
1) take them out for recces
2)get them to jump rope or walk the track when outside
3) play relay games
4)gym time at the end of the day playing games like tag

Esperanza

11/3/2016 11:43:59 am

1. Give children free choice with balls, hoola hoops, jump ropes etc.
2. Allow children to participate in giving ideas on what games they want to play, and let them vote on their favorite games so they are more willing to get involved.
3. Include challenges like push-ups, races, or jump rope contests.
4. Always keep a safe environment when letting kids run around, especially the younger ones that are always running everywhere.

Sarah Garcia

11/7/2016 10:48:45 am

4 activities that promote physical needs of our students

1. We offer outside space for them to get fresh air and play on the toys.
2. Offer different games for different kids styles. Younger kids won't want to play basketball with the older kids, their should be a variety for them
3. Bring in some friendly competition.
4. ALWAYS supervise and insure they feel safe

Karla Palomino

11/7/2016 11:12:33 am

Four ways that you can assist students in meeting their physical activity needs are one to allow the kids to participate in having a say as to what activity and or game should they play. This way it allows them to feel more involved and they would willingly want to participate. Another way is to provide activities that will allow the kids to grow hobbies like sewing and pottery. Also provide them with equipment, time, and space for active play. Watch over them at all times, and make sure surroundings are safe. Not to forget to have group games and team sports.

Rachel Simmons

11/12/2016 11:21:03 am

Within our childcare program, we usually mix up our physical activities. One way we meet our children's physical activity needs is by religiously taking them outside to the playground on a daily basis. Usually we allow them to play freely for about 15-30 minutes. Another way we keep our children active is by providing guided activities such as yoga within the classroom. In addition, if the weather is rainy and is not safe for our children to be on the playground, we will spend some time within the under covered areas and play group games such as tag or duck-duck-goose. Lastly, we often allow our children to bring out fitness equipment such as hula hoops, basketballs, soccer balls, jumprope, etc. This encourages them to learn more about different fitness activities.

marisol

11/20/2016 02:41:38 pm

1. Provide a safe area to play
2. provide playing equipment
3. allow enough playing time
4. give game options

Marisol Diaz

11/21/2016 01:22:10 pm

1. Provide equipment
2. provide playing area
3. provide games to play.
4. allow enough playing time

Kaile

12/27/2016 02:07:40 pm

Nakayla

12/30/2016 02:38:52 pm

1. Providing safe equipment both inside and outside toys to play with
2. Providing safe play areas both inside and outside
3. Providing a variety of games that meets all of the children's physical needs
4. Providing a set time for these activities everyday

Jessica pattison

1/5/2017 07:48:04 pm

1.Provide a safe environment for physical activity
2. Provide age appropriate equipment for outdoors and indoor.
3. School age friendly sports, with competitions.
4. Always supervise and make sure children are being safe on or with equipment

Thomas

1/9/2017 10:30:46 am

1. Provide a safe environment for the students, either inside or outside.
2. Provide students with student-suggested games or activities, that are then voted on by the group.
3. Allow there to be friendly competitions (ie. timed foot races)
4. Encourage students to get physical activity outside of school and child-care programs.

Barbara Edrington

1/14/2017 01:10:24 pm

Encourage Running, Jumping, Skipping and Hopping activities such as challenges like obstacles courses!!

nishat iqbal

1/14/2017 01:10:39 pm

make a safe environment outside or inside.
come up with fun games which attracts kids like group games example shark and menos, fastest hand of the west. Group games are always fun and to encourage kids I join with them and paly so they see adults are invoved as well.

Erin Malland

4/13/2017 10:59:45 am

Our current enrollment in the before and after school program includes a majority of Kindergarten students at nearly 60 percent. We often encourage older students to pair with younger students in cooperative play. Their interests range from climbing and swinging on playground equipment to playing various forms of tag, running, and dancing. When weather is questionable and space is limited, we often plan indoor activities like dancing, bowling, tossing games, etc. Traditional sports like basketball are combined with games that support the learning and practice of fundamental skills like Bump or Horse/Pig. Flexibility in planning and facilitation is vital when considering head counts, ages and stages, safety concerns for environment and equipment, scheduling conflicts, varying personal interests and abilities for positive inclusivity.

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