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Written Reflection: PE Session Diary

Written reflection in the PE journal about the day's lesson.

PhaseCool-down
Duration7 min
Ages12–16
SpaceGym or classroom
EquipmentPE journal
IntensityLow

How to play

  1. Write two or three guiding questions on the board.
  2. Each student writes for 3 minutes.
  3. Volunteers share their reflection.
  4. Keep the journal to review progress.

Rules

Variations

Easier

One sentence.

Standard

One paragraph.

Harder

Set a personal goal.

Adaptations

Learning goals

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