The importance of exercise and fresh air has been well documented and it is a good idea to set aside some time each day for the physical education of your homeschool students. You agree in theory that the kids should get outside everyday. The trouble arises when the activity you planned can somehow not be conducted that day.
More often than not its the weather playing spoilsport. You wanted them to go out in the back yard and play badminton, but now its so windy that the shuttle will never stay on course. So what? Give them something else to do, just keep them outdoors and physically active. If its too windy for badminton throw open a dodge ball game. Don’t worry about anything, just remember that there is always a solution to any problem.
If it is nice and windy, have them fly a kite. If it is raining you can use the time to actually design and make your own kite. The rains are also a good time to take a walk in the park. Honestly, everything is so much more fun when its drizzling and you have mud puddles to jump in and out of. Don’t let the weather hold you back from truly having an amazing time with your homeschool students out of the house.
Of course in the summer you may not want to leave the cool house, but think of the fun you can have if you head out to the swimming pool. Or perhaps just turn on the sprinklers of the lawn and have an impromptu rain dance right on the grass. Turn up the music nice and loud from the house and you can really shake a leg. Invite kids from the neighbourhood and make it a real party.
The idea is to get behind any physical activity and have some fun. Physical Education period does not have to be limited to organized sports and games. There is a lot to be said for just having fun and getting all the exercise that you and your children could ever need. Think about what physical activity you enjoy and add it to your day, today.
