Get Skilled Get Active

Elementary PE often gets squeezed out at home, and many parents feel unsure how to systematically build physical skills beyond free play. Get Skilled Get Active, from the New South Wales Department of Education, offers a clear, free roadmap for teaching fundamental movement skills through simple games. Developed by PE specialists for K–6, the booklet and online resources break down skills like throwing, catching, kicking, and dodging into progressions with diagrams, cues, and activity ideas. We love that you don’t need fancy equipment or a gym—most activities work in a backyard, park, or even hallway with a ball and a few markers. It’s a strong fit for families who want PE to be more than “run around until you’re tired” and for co-ops looking to structure group games. The materials use Australian terminology and may reference school settings, but the concepts adapt easily to homeschool life and cost nothing to access. Pro tip: focus on one or two skills per month and weave the suggested games into daily play so kids build mastery without feeling like they’re in class.