Fun PE Games for Year 1
Active learning through play Building movement skills Making friends and having fun
What Makes a Good PE Game?
Everyone can join in Safe and fun to play Helps us move and exercise Easy rules to remember
Game 1: Duck, Duck, Goose
Sit in a circle One person walks around tapping heads Say 'duck' or 'goose' When 'goose' is called, chase around the circle!
Game 2: Stuck in the Mud
One or two people are 'it' Run around without getting tagged If tagged, stand with legs apart Friends crawl under to free you!
Game 3: Traffic Lights
Green = Run around Yellow = Walk slowly Red = Stop and freeze like a statue Listen carefully to the calls!
Game 4: What's the Time, Mr. Wolf?
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Game 5: Musical Statues
Dance when music plays Freeze like a statue when music stops Try not to move or giggle Last person moving sits out one round
Which Game Do You Want to Try First?
Duck, Duck, Goose Stuck in the Mud Traffic Lights What's the Time, Mr. Wolf? Musical Statues
Safety Reminders
Use gentle touches when tagging Watch where you're running Help friends who fall down Follow the rules and have fun!
Remember: Games are Fun When Everyone Plays Together!
The best games include everyone We help each other learn Playing together makes us stronger Every game is a chance to make friends