K-2 PE Lesson Ideas

Divide the class into two groups. One group is selected to be the "gargoyles". The gargoyles spread out within the playing area, find a marked spot to be in/on, and assume a stone (tucked)position. The other half of the class are the "movers", who also spread throughout the playing area.

At the "go" signal, the movers move through the playing area(walking is best and safest to start off with) moving as close as they dare to the gargoyles. The gargoyles may jump straight up and roar whenever they like, but may only jump up once without "losing energy". After jumping straight up, the gargoyles must return to the stone position to replenish their energy supply before they can once again jump into the air. (Make sure students are not jumping out away from their spot as that is dangerous).

The movers try to get away from the live gargoyles by changing directions and pathways quickly. After approximately 30 seconds, have the movers and gargoyles switch roles. Challenge the movers to move as close as possible to the gargoyles and move as quickly away as possible. When you notice students are able to do this with ease and control, add some variations as mentioned below.