Hello PE Nation!
Today we bring back four square and show how we teach it from kindergarten through the upper grades without losing kids to confusion, long lines, or constant arguments. I share the exact progressions, key rules, and the creative “extra games” students love once they know the basics.
• why four square belongs in the PE curriculum and transfers to recess and home play
• kindergarten setup using numbers plus bounce and catch skill building
• first grade progression with sending over lines and quick re-entry rotation
• second grade rotations with square one to four progression and safe play rules
• third grade shift to underhand tapping plus inside lines out and outside lines in
• simple conflict resolution for line calls using group vote or replay
• fourth and fifth grade reinforcement and letting advanced players compete safely
• popular student chosen variations like Cherry Bomb, Pac Man, Shoe Shine and School Bus
Let's play!
Dave
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-Article on Outside PE Checklist
-Team Building Games Ebook (with preview): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Team-Building-Games-and-Activities-for-PE-Class-14063095
-Free resources include Substack and Medium articles with PE tips, games, and strategies
-High Fives and Empowering Lives book available as an ebook or paperback
-Paperback or download: HERE
-Amazon Ebook: HERE
-High Fives and Empowering Lives book available as an ebook or paperback
-Paperback or download: HERE
-Amazon Ebook: HERE
