Dynamic Physical Education for Elementary School Children

by Pangrazi, Robert

• ISBN13: 9780205285976
• ISBN10: 020528597X
• Edition: 13th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2000-07-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

Updated to incorporate current standards and recommendations, "the bible" of elementary P.E. continues to provide the best combination of theoretical framework and hands-on activities available. Dynamic Physical Education for Elementary School Children provides prospective teachers with the tools necessary to ensure success in today's educational environment. Whether starting a new program, restructuring an established one, or working with a team in an existing system, DPE is a valuable pre-service and in-service tool. The thirteenth edition integrates the National Standards for Physical Education and addresses new recommendations designed to increase the activity levels of children and improve their overall fitness levels.

Table of Contents

PART I Instruction and Program Implementation
SECTION 1 Understanding the Need for Physical Education	3	(34)
Elementary School Physical Education	4	(17)
Physical Activity for Children	21	(16)
SECTION 2 The Instructional Process	37	(116)
Planning for Quality Instruction	38	(25)
Improving Instructional Effectiveness	63	(17)
Management and Discipline	80	(23)
Evaluation	103	(22)
Children with Disabilities	125	(28)
SECTION 3 Program Implementation	153	(72)
Curriculum Development	154	(16)
Legal Liability, Supervision, and Safety	170	(13)
Facilities, Equipment, and Supplies	183	(24)
Subject Matter Integration and Rainy Day Activities	207	(18)
PART II Teaching the Objectives of Physical Education
SECTION 4 Personal Health Skills	225	(70)
Physical Activity and Fitness	226	(48)
Wellness: Developing a Healthy Lifestyle	274	(21)
SECTION 5 Fundamental Motor Skills	295	(90)
Movement Concepts and Themes	296	(16)
Fundamental Motor Skills	312	(20)
Introductory Activities: Applying Fundamental Motor Skills	332	(9)
Manipulative Skills	341	(44)
SECTION 6 Specialized Motor Skills	385	(192)
Body Management Skills	386	(26)
Rhythmic Movement Skills	412	(50)
Gymnastic Skills	462	(59)
Relay and Personal Challenge Skills	521	(13)
Game Skills	534	(43)
SECTION 7 Sport Skills	577	(1)
Basketball	578	(22)
Football	600	(14)
Hockey	614	(10)
Soccer	624	(21)
Softball	645	(20)
Track, Field, and Cross-Country Running	665	(12)
Volleyball	677