Book Description

It is the plan of this study to investigate current thinking on what constitutes a good elementary physical education program by reviewing literature written specifically on this subject and literature written about the characteristics and needs of the child from nine through eleven years. A study of what is actually being done in physical education at the intermediate school level will be conducted through the use of general observation, interviews with teachers, and questionnaires directed to teachers. This will be accompanied by a further study concerning the desires, attitudes, and knowledges of children actually participating in physical education programs at this school level.