Build class routines with engaging Tabata Challenges designed to reinforce 3 simple classroom rules while building a positive learning environment.
1) Respect Self; 2) Respect Others; 3) Respect the Things We Use
Build on these simple rules to create a safe environment where students are empowered to explore physical activity and movement while building meaningful relationships with trusting adults and supportive peers.
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Module Resources
Module Resources
The Complete Module
Essential Questions & Priority Outcomes
Module Block Plan
All Activity Plans
Components of Fitness Posters
Tabata Team Scramble Fitness Cards
Create Your Own Tabata Routine
Academic Language Cards
Take Home Tabata Routines
Performance Rubric
Universal Design Considerations
Interval Music
- Tabata Interval Music [On Spotify]
- 30-Second Interval Music [On Spotify]
Individual Activities
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Team Walk & Talk
Tabata Hot Potato
Tabata Team Scramble
Tabata Team Rep Challenge
Tabata Team Inchworm Relay
Tabata Team Charades
Tabata High or Low
Tabata Bowling Battle
Tabata RPS Race
Tabata Dice Duel
Believe In You Resources
- Journals [CLICK HERE]
- Leadership Activities [CLICK HERE]
Rules & Rights
Establishing Class Rules
The OPEN Team has created 3 umbrella rules for you to discuss with your students. Facilitating meaningful discussion with a focus on social and emotional competencies will give your students a voice as it relates to the how and why classroom rules and routines are important.
Classroom Rules Introduction:
Classroom Rules Poster:
Student Empowerment Rights Poster:
CASEL Alignments and DOK Question Sets:
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