Why PE matters for student academics and wellness right now
Why PE matters for student academics and wellness right now
Children’s physical activity linked to academic achievement via regulation of emotions
A new study of children in the U.K. suggests that physical activity is linked to emotional regulation in early childhood, which in turn predicts academic achievement.
Twenty-six studies point to more play for young children
For children, play is so powerful, according to a recent report by the LEGO Foundation, that it can be used as a possible intervention to close achievement gaps between children ages 3 to 6
Why student athletes need a new playbook to stay safe in the COVID-19 era
Kids want to play sports again, and who can blame them? An exercise scientist and physiologist explains why adhering to safety protocols is imperative.
Cardiorespiratory fitness improves grades at school
Studies indicate a link between children's cardiorespiratory fitness and their school performance: the more athletic they are, the better their marks in the main subjects.
Playing Beats Stress For Kids Up To Age 18
Playtime is a good stress reliever for kids of all ages from toddlers to teens.
Pump up the volume on quality school PE, researchers urge
Why schools should renew their focus on physical education
Picture books can boost physical activity for youth with autism
Picture books can boost physical activity for kids with autism
PE is what kids need to beat the ‘COVID slide’
A generation of students with less access to exercise, play, and socialization are facing a growing crisis in physical and mental health. PE may be the answer.
STEM and Sports: Teaming Up to Enhance Student Engagement
Connecting subjects students enjoy to athletics and physical fitness can help encourage them to pursue cross-disciplinary studies and cultivate self-motivated learning.