2. The importance of PDHPE
Young children’s minds are like sponges as they soak every bit of
curious information they can to learn. It is important to incorporate
PDHPE in children’s everyday lives as it promotes an active lifestyle
starting at a young age.
• Stay healthy and fit,
• understand road safety
• Learning about sex education
• Exercising and eating nutritious foods.
• Stress reduction
• Strengthen Peer Relationships
• Improve self-esteem and self-confidence
3. Myrationale to why shouldPDHPEbe taught
in schools?
• It is a foundation to a healthy lifestyle rather then just reading
and writing
• Develops personal and social skills
• Encourages an understanding and valuing self of others
• Promotes physical activity
• Teaches children the necessary skills to make decisions in later
life
4. K-5 PDHPE Syllabus
• Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE
) K-6 Syllabus is to help guide schools and teachers to develop
the skills and knowledge required to teach children.
• There are five important skills such as moving, problem-
solving, communicating, interacting and decision making.
These skills are the foundations for children to have an
active, fulfilling life and be an responsible adult roles in their
society.
