What a Day!!! 1st Lab at St. Mary's

What a day at St. Mary's, I believe it was a success! I saw that everyone was really nervous and really not sure what to expect, but I also saw everyone leaving with a huge smile on their faces anticipating the next time we get to come back. We tryed to teach the kids alot of new games and activities that gave them a better understanding of all the motor skills we were trying to get across. I thought all the kids we worked with were willing to learn and thought they clicked with all of us right away. Can't wait to get back there and work with all the great kids at St.Mary's.

Young kids okay to play with long stick implements ??

It could be the best time someone has when their a kid, playing baseball, hockey, lacrosse or even tennis. But is it safe for young children to play with long implements at such a young age? Not knowing what harm they can do to thereselves or others around them. I believe if they are taught  at a young age by responsible adults who also supervise them in their actions then a young child should be allowed to play with long sticks such as a baseball bat, tennis racket and hockey or lacrosse stick. Now on the otherhand, if a child is just running around with a stick being reckless and not informed on how to use it or the dangers it could have, then I dont believe they should be allowed to use them. It is all based on how they were taught on the use of them and how they learn and respond to their actions.

How fundamental moving skills fit together with physical education

In Physical Education, students acquire the knowledge and skills for movement that provide the foundation for enjoyment, continued social development through physical activity, and access to a physically-active lifestyle. The student exhibits a physically-active lifestyle and understands the relationship between physical activity and health throughout the lifespan.

I do believe that having good fundamental moving skills is essential and does fit in with physical education because so many of the activities you take part have many levels of skills where you need good motor skills.