Rationale for teaching pdhpe in schools
- 1. Why PDHPE in Primary Schools?
- 2. PDHPE is important within the Primary curriculum Promotes physical activity which helps in:Healthy growth and developmentBetter self-esteemStronger bones, muscles and jointsBetter posture, balance and weightSocial interaction with friendsBetter focus and concentration during school.
- 3. The American Heart Association recommends that, ‘all children aged 2 and older should participate in at least 60 minutes of, moderate-intensity physical activities every day that are developmentally appropriate and varied’.
- 4. Development of skillsChildren develop the following skills:CommunicatingDecision MakingInteractingMovingProblem Solving
- 5. Development of values & attitudes in terms of:Own worth and dignitySense of belongingAccepting responsibility for personal & community healthRegular physical activityCommitment to realize full potential
- 7. ReferencesBenefits of physical activity retrieved from, http://www.actnowbc.ca/families/children_and_physical_activityRecommendation from Heart Association retrieved from, http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/Physical-Activity-and-Children_UCM_304053_Article.jspPDHPE Syllabus K-6, Board of Studies