There is a wonderful resource for urban school settings. It was developed by outstanding educators in New York City. You can also use it even if you are not in an urban setting. It is called "Against the Odds." You can find it by going to the archives at Newvisions.org or just follow the link below.

Against the Odds

pecentral PE Central is a web site that provides information about developmentally appropriate physical education practices and programs.

http://www.aahperd.org/index.cfm AAHPERD is a non-profit, educational organization whose mission is to promote and support creative and healthy lifestyles through high quality programs

PE Links 4u PELINKS4U is a weekly on-line newsletter promoting active, health-enhancing lifestyles and quality, success-oriented programs in physical education.

http://www.aahperd.org/naspe The National Association for Sport and Physical Education seeks to enhance knowledge and professional practice in sport and physical activity.

http://www.lyris.sportime.com/naspe-talk-index.html Sign up to join a fantastic discussion group about all aspects of physical educaition. At present, this site is not working. I will update you when it is.

http://fcis.rhnet.org/~psummit Paula presents many ideas, games and activities plus links to other great sites.

remote control Find this wireless remote at Target.com. Very useful for starting and stopping the action. Much better than a whistle.

http://www.creativeimaginations.netHere are some old and new creative games you can play using a piece of chalk.

Physical Education resources and games for teachers and educators.

Students playing a unique variation of Pass and Run using playground equipment as well as balls.

Physical Education resources and games for teachers and educators.

Participants in the workshop Powerful Original Games in Naperville having a ball.