Lesson Planning for Middle School Physical Education

Lesson Planning for Middle School Physical Education equips physical education teachers with the tools and guidance to help middle school students become physically literate—developing the knowledge, skills, and confidence for a lifetime of healthful activity. Aligned with SHAPE America’s National Standards & Grade-Level Outcomes for K-12 Physical Education, this resource offers ready-to-use lesson plans developed by experienced middle school PE educators, while also providing a framework for adapting and creating customized lessons.

Key Features:

• Provides structured lesson plans across major physical education domains, including dance and rhythms, invasion games, net and wall games, fielding/striking/target games, outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, personal fitness, and fitness program design.
• Integrates progressive practice tasks and standards-based assessments to monitor and evaluate student progress.
• Offers practical guidance on best instructional practices, including differentiation for varying ability levels, teaching for transfer, using small games, and integrating conceptual material.
• Includes handouts, homework tasks, equipment lists, reflection questions, and technology integration tips to enhance teaching and engagement.
• Organized into two parts: planning fundamentals and step-by-step lesson modules aligned to Grade-Level Outcomes.
• Web resource provides all lesson plans in PDF format for easy printing and digital access on tablets or computers.
• Developed in partnership with SHAPE America, ensuring fidelity to national standards and professional excellence.