Simple and Effective P.E Equipment For Students Magan Kustera
Jan 08, 2018
Simple and Effective P.E Equipment For Students
Magan Kustera
Students use simple P.E equipment so they can explore and come up with creative ideas/games that will get them physically active.
Goal
Students will be able to come up with their own games or variation of using the equipment because the simplicity of it. This helps critical thinking, team work, and problem solving skills.
Why simple equipment?
Name – Custom Single Beaded Jump Ropes
Description – Long cord or string with handles on sides to grip
Purpose – Students will getcardiovascular fitness by using it and can create new and fun games
Jump Rope
Cost – $6.99 each rope, for 30 students it would cost $209.70
Use/Value – For cardiovascular health, and skill development
Source - https://www.buyjumpropes.net/Custom_Beaded_Jump_Ropes_p/033%20custom%20beaded%20jump%20ropes.htm
Jump Rope
Name - Brawny Tough Activity Hoops - Set of 15
Description – round hoops, strong, many colors
Purpose – Students to have fun and get lots of exercise while doing it.
Hula Hoop
Cost – $84.99 for 15. For 30 students it would be $169.98
Use/Value – Core stability, cardio health, students can get creative with what body part they hula hoop around.
Source - http://www.discountschoolsupply.com/Product/ProductDetail.aspx?Product=2071&rec=PDHbot
Hula Hoop
Name – 24 foot Diameter Play Parachute W/ handles
Description – high quality parachute, panels are red, green, blue and yellow.
Purpose – Students will have tons of fun, their arms and heart really get a work out. Many possibilities for creativity.
Parachute
Cost – $144.50 do not need to buy multiple, just the one price
Use/Value – Muscle strengthening, cardio, fun
Source - http://www.tinkertots.com/24ftdiplpawi.html
Parachute
Name – EASY TO JUGGLE SCARVES (1 DOZEN) – BULK
Description – easy to learn juggling tool, thin mesh material
Purpose – improve hand eye coordination, motor skill development, students have fun, and group juggling helps team work
Juggling Scarves
Cost - $15.52 per dozen or $46.56 for 36 scarves
Use/Value – Reaction time, skill development and team work
Source - http://www.amazon.com
/EASY-TO-JUGGLE-SCARVES-DOZEN/dp/B007F0Z4GI/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1366633469&sr=8-3&keywords=juggle+scarves
Juggling Scarves
Name – Kids BMI Calculator
Description – Students type in their information, to find their BMI
Purpose – Helps students and their parents determine if they are at a healthy weight
Youth BMI Calculator
Cost – FREE
Use/Value – contributes to students determining if they need to exercise more to become health.
Source - http://www.nourishinteractive.com/nutrition-tools-healthy-family/parents-bmi-calculator
Youth BMI Calculator
Total for 30 students to have each piece of equipment
$570.74
Total Cost
When given the proper instruction students will be able to explore many possibilities to enhance their cognitive, motor skill, and physical abilities.
Physical Education class will then be contributing to the critical thinking and analytical skills that students require to be successful in other content areas such as English and Math.
Why should our school make sure to have this equipment?