Activate: Back to School Challenge

From PE with Joe (The Body Coach) · 2021

Activate: Back to School Challenge
5 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thPhysical EducationBrain Breaks
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Summary

A back-to-school five-minute movement challenge to shake off the wiggles and get ready to focus. Joe leads an upbeat set of moves the class can do together.

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All ages

Standard follow-along exercise -- have kids move at their own pace and stop if they need to. No equipment required.

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Teaching resources

Discussion questions

Move and talk

  1. Which move made your heart beat the fastest?
  2. How does your body feel after moving for a few minutes?
  3. Why is it good to take a movement break during the school day?

Quick work-a-long

Try it: Put on the video and follow every move with Joe. Afterward, put a hand on your chest and feel your heart working.