2. Why teach PDHPE?
PDHPE is an important part of the
curriculum just like the other key
learning areas and it should never be
undermined. PDHPE provides children
with the chance to learn about their
health in order for them to make
informed decisions and enjoy a healthy
lifestyle. PDHPE is unique in the way
that it supports the development of the
student as a whole (BOS, 2006).
3. Integrating PDHPE into the K-6 curriculum
through a series of activities and learning
activities allows students to reach a state
of physical, social, mental and spiritual
wellbeing. Therefore, this aids students to
develop skills, values and attitudes to lead
to positive health outcomes.
4. PDHPE provides students with the
skills to lead a healthy and fulfilling
lifestyle. Some of these skills
include the opportunity to:
- Value themselves and others
- Adopt an active lifestyle
- Make informed decisions
- Form positive relationships
5. Active life, healthy life!
PDHPE covers a variety of significant
issues including:
Sexuality
Safety
Drug education
Child protection
Identity
Active lifestyle
Nutrition
Relationships
…AND MUCH MORE!
