A 3-week developmental PE curriculum designed for high school students with diverse gross motor needs. It systematically builds throwing, catching, balance, and spatial awareness through modified, highly engaging games, structured warm-ups, and targeted cool-downs.
🤲 Did you remember to use the "Basket Arms"?
🤝 Did you encourage a peer during the games?
Awesome job today, champions! Level Complete
The Action: Students step smoothly heel-to-toe across their chosen balance path, aiming to reach the "safe platform" at the opposite end.
Dynamic Balance Cues
"Heel-to-Toe": Land gently on back of foot, roll weight forward.
"Slow & Steady": Never rush; slow movement builds stability.
"Squeeze Glutes": Tighten hips and thighs to steady steps.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Support Matrix
Skill Tier
Static Modification
Dynamic Modification
Level 1: High Support
Support static balance by holding a wall bar or a partner’s hands; hover foot 1 inch off floor.
Walk across extra-wide (6-inch) tape path on the floor; physical guidance or tactile handholding provided.
Level 2: Mod Support
Hold static pose on a single foot independently for 3 seconds; placement of core weight inside hoop.
Traverse standard tape line heel-to-toe independently; use occasional physical taps to recalibrate posture.
Level 3: Peer/Indep.
Hold "Airplane Pose" on a foam pad independently for 10 seconds with closed eyes or dual tracking task.
Traverse elevated foam balance beams independently; execute an underhand throw/catch at the path center.
Cool-Down & Guided Reflection (10 Mins)
Stretching & Core Reset
Tree Sway: Stand on two flat feet, raise hands and gently sway like a tree blowing in a soft wind. Calf Releases: Extend one foot back, press heel gently to floor to relieve dynamic calves.
Guided Prompts
• "Which foot felt like a stronger root? Left or Right?"
• "When your body wobbled, how did your arms help?"
• "Tap your tummy if you felt your muscles working hard."
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👣 Which foot felt like a stronger root today?
👐 Did keeping your arms wide help steady your path?
🧠 Did locking your eyes on a wall spot help?
Incredible focus and core control today! Level Complete
The Action: Teacher calls a pattern or displays color slides (e.g., "Slide to Yellow, walk to Green"). Students execute the path pattern.
Directional Cues
"Side-to-Side": Step-slide laterally without crossing feet over.
"Quick Scan": Look around before executing direction changes.
"Plant & Pivot": Press lead foot down firmly to pivot smoothly.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Support Matrix
Skill Tier
Boundary Modification
Speed/Direction Modification
Level 1: High Support
Use dedicated physical lane markers (ropes/boards) to define path boundaries. Peer guides walk alongside.
Walk slowly in straight forward lines only; turn around slowly with full physical assistance if needed.
Level 2: Mod Support
Cones and color boundaries clearly marked with floor tape. Maintain "arm-width" bubble space.
Shift between slow walk and moderate power walk; perform pivots and side-steps independently.
Perform dynamic jogs, side-shuffles, and rapid directional pivots on visual triggers without colliding.
Cool-Down & Guided Reflection (10 Mins)
Postural Centering & Slow Leans
Space Leans: Place hands on hips, lean gently to the left, hold for 3 seconds, then lean to the right. Centering: Focus your attention on the chest while slowing breathing to standard rest rate.
Guided Prompts
• "Who felt like they had plenty of bubble space today?"
• "What signal made you stop instantly? Tap your ears."
• "How did you avoid colliding with your peers?"
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🫧 Did you manage to keep your safety bubble secure?
🛑 Did you complete your instant brake check freeze?
🧭 Which color corner zone did you find fastest?
Outstanding spatial awareness and safe navigation! Level Complete
