PE Teacher: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Through history
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Long ago
Long ago, people played games with balls, races, and jumps to stay strong and to have fun together. Those games are still played in gyms today!
Tools of the trade
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Whistle
A whistle helps the PE Teacher get everyone's attention. When the class hears it, they know when to start and stop together.
A day in the job
- 8:30 AMThe PE Teacher arrives and sets out balls, jump ropes, and cones. The gym is ready for a fun day of moving!
Words to know
- Cone
- A cone is a small, pointy marker. PE Teachers set cones in a line or a circle to show where to run, dribble, or jump.
Quiz time
A PE Teacher only works in a classroom with desks.
A PE Teacher helps children learn how to take turns and cheer for teammates.
Only children who are fast can enjoy moving with a PE Teacher.