2. WHY DO WE TEACH PDHPE? PDHPE teaches children about: Active Lifestyle and physical activity Safe Living- Road safety, personal safety, water safety, safety and home and at school Growth and Development- Identity, the body and human sexuality Interpersonal relationships- communication, relationships, families and peers Personal Health Choices- Decision making, nutrition, drug education, health services and preventive measures.
3. WHAT DOES PDHPE DO? PDHPE develops children's: Communicating skills Interacting skills Decision making skills Moving skills Problem solving skills
7. PDHPE promotes life long involvement in physical activity Regular physical activity is an essential ingredient for the development and maintenance of optimum health. It can improve cardiovascular efficiency and aid efforts to reduce risk factors of coronary heart disease. It is critical for enhancing bone development, controlling obesity, and improving psychological health and immune status. Physical activity is also important in contributing to quality of life. Participation in active pursuits can be enjoyable, creative and social outlet that has the potential to build self esteem.
