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16 week Physical Literacy Development Curriculum: Middle and High School
Stronger Together Family (STF) 16-week PE curriculum:
Introduction and Purpose
At Stronger Together Family, our mission is to help families build stronger, healthier kids who thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally. This 16-week curriculum is designed to develop foundational physical literacy skills—strength, balance, stability, flexibility, movement, and targeting. These skills not only enhance physical fitness but also improve coordination, confidence, and overall well-being.
The program includes evidence-based methods that align with PE standards, offering a clear progression from foundational movements to advanced physical skills. It’s ideal for homeschool families, microschools, and anyone aiming to raise well-rounded, healthy kids.
Weekly Breakdown
Weeks 1-4: Foundational Skills – Building Stability and Balance
Focus: Basic movement patterns, posture, and balance awareness.
Activities:
• Single-leg stands using a balance pad
• Gentle yoga stretches on a stretching mat
• Stability drills with stepping stones
Equipment:
Research Notes: Studies show balance training improves proprioception and prevents injuries in kids.
Weeks 5-8: Developing Strength and Movement Control
Focus: Core strength and controlled movement.
Activities:
• Resistance band exercises for arms and legs
• Core strength training with a soft medicine ball
• Walking lunges with light hand weights
Equipment:
Research Notes: Strength-building exercises improve bone density and motor control, especially in growing children.
Weeks 9-12: Enhancing Flexibility and Targeting Skills
Focus: Stretching for flexibility and targeting activities for coordination.
Activities:
• Stretching routines with foam rollers
• Targeting games with soft throwing balls
• Dynamic movement drills using cones
Equipment:
• Cones
Research Notes: Stretching improves range of motion and helps prevent injury. Targeting activities enhance hand-eye coordination.
Weeks 13-16: Integrating Skills – Advanced Challenges
Focus: Combining balance, strength, flexibility, and targeting in comprehensive drills.
Activities:
• Obstacle courses integrating all skills
• Partner games requiring coordination and timing
• Multi-directional movement drills with agility ladders
Equipment:
Research Notes: Integrative training promotes brain-body connection and functional movement skills.
Final Thoughts
This curriculum is designed to be flexible and adaptable to different age groups and ability levels, ensuring every child can grow stronger, move better, and feel confident.
All activities are backed by research and tailored to maximize development while minimizing injury risk.
Let’s work together to build the next generation of physically literate, healthy kids—one movement at a time!
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16 week Physical Literacy Development Curriculum: Middle and High School
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