BC PHE Lesson Plans

BC PHE Physical Literacy Lesson Plans

BC-aligned Physical Literacy lesson plans that build fundamental movement skills, confidence, and agility.

Students practicing balance and coordination activities

Physical literacy focus areas

  • Fundamental movement skills
  • Balance, coordination, and agility
  • Skill progression and feedback
  • Safe movement in different spaces

Grades K-5 coverage

K-5 skill progressions
Object control and locomotor development
Fitness foundations
Movement confidence and enjoyment

Sample activities

Real activities from our library you can use in your lessons.

Warm-up
5 min

Skipping Circuit

Practice step-hop pattern in place, then skip slowly around circuit. Swing arms opposite to legs. Increase height and energy.

Equipment

Cones

Skipping
Hopping
Warm-up
5 min

Leaping Lines

Start with small leaps over lines. Push off one foot, land on other. Swing arms for momentum. Increase leap distance gradually.

Equipment

Cones

Leaping
Running
Main
20 min

Cooperative Challenges

Partner and team tasks that require balance, communication, and problem-solving. Includes activities like human balance scales and group freeze poses.

Equipment

Mats, Cones

Balance
Coordination

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FAQ

What is physical literacy in BC PHE?

Physical literacy focuses on movement competence, confidence, and motivation across different activities.

Are these lessons suitable for K-5?

Yes. Plans include adaptable progressions for K-5 grade levels.

Do lessons include skill assessments?

Lessons include cues and reflection prompts to observe progress.

Can I generate plans quickly?

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