BC PHE Lesson Plans for Grade 3
BC Grade 3 PHE lesson plans with clear skill progressions, active games, and curriculum alignment.
Grade 3 focus areas
- Skill refinement for throwing and catching
- Game sense and movement strategies
- Personal responsibility and safety
- Goal setting and reflection
BC curricular competencies covered
Sample activities
Real activities from our library you can use in your lessons.
Rock Paper Scissors Run
Partners play rock paper scissors. Winner runs to cone and back. Loser does 5 jumping jacks in place. Find new partner after 3 rounds.
Equipment
Cones
Capture the Flag
Two teams, each defends their flag. Cross midline to enemy territory and you can be tagged. Tagged players go to jail. Grab enemy flag and return to your side to win.
Equipment
Cones, Beanbags
Four Square
Four players in quadrants, bounce ball to other squares. If ball bounces twice in your square or goes out, you rotate out. King serves, goal is to reach King square.
Equipment
Balls
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FAQ
Are these Grade 3 lesson plans BC-aligned?
Yes. Each plan aligns to BC curricular competencies and Big Ideas.
Do plans include warm-up, main, and cool-down?
Yes. Every lesson includes a complete structure with timing guidance.
Can I track curriculum coverage?
PlayLabs includes a coverage dashboard that tracks Big Ideas and competencies.
Do lessons support inclusive participation?
Yes. Plans include modification ideas for varied abilities.