Daily Physical Activity Bins

Ever Active Schools has paired with Sportfactor to create grade specific DPA bins. Each bin contains ready to use print and media resources stored in a sturdy plastic bin. See the bin contents and prices by clicking on the picture to the right. Special thanks to CIRA Ontario and the Be Fit for Life Network for providing discounts on their products.

The following organizations and individuals helped to shape and inspire our version of these bins:
- Action Schools! BC www.actionschoolsbc.ca
- Tracy Lockwood and Wild Rose School
- Glenn Mack
- Heather Rootsaert
- APPLE Schools www.appleschools.ca

Daily Physical Activity Clips

Check out some of our Youtube clips!

Hoop Pass

Desk Relay

Daily Physical Activity Tip Booklet: Take Action!

Inside each issue (click to download):

	March 2010 Issue (English)
	March 2010 issue (French)
	September 2009 Issue (English)
	September 2009 Issue (French)
	October 2008 Issue (English)
	October 2008 Issue (French)
	April 2009 Issue (English)
	April 2009 Issue (French)

Tips for Teachers and Support Staff
Tips for Administrators
Resource Tips
New Daily Physical Activity Ideas
Success Stories

Daily Physical Activity: A Handbook for Grades 1-9 Schools

DPA Handbook was sent to Alberta school jurisdictions and is available to view or download from the Alberta Education website. Click here to access support materials for teachers and administrators.

The handbook is also available for purchase from the
Learning Resources Centre (LRC) - Product #640872, $34.50 each.

Daily Physical Activity Brochure

Daily Physical Activity (DPA) - The Government of Alberta is committed to enhancing the health and wellness of children and youth in Alberta.

View the DPA Brochure...
Voyez la Brochure DPA dans le français...

Ontario "Daily Physical Activity in Schools" Resources

Ontario has mandated a DPA Initiative and produced support materials for schools. Access more daily physical activity ideas for grades 1-8 by clicking here.

Seasonal Activity Calendars

The activities shared in the Seasonal Activity Calendars are intended to support teachers with activity ideas for Physical Education and the Daily Physical Activity Initiative. Some of the activities are offered as warm-up activities in P.E. or ideas that can be implemented in the classroom.

Seasonal Activity Calendar-Spring 2008 Edition

Have fun "keeping the physical in education" and creating an environment supportive of healthy active lifestyles for all.

Daily Physical Activity for Families Booklets

Four different booklets for specific age groups. The Daily Physical Activity for Families booklets are designed to help you maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. Each booklet includes basic information about Daily Physical Activity (DPA), safety tips, and age appropriate suggestions for getting more physically active.

Active Assemblies

Check out the following assembly ideas:
AROOSTAHSHAW - a fun and slightly silly energizer that teaches the benefits of physical activity while being active!