Physical education is an important part of the primary curriculum and one that provides unique challenges for those involved with its teaching. This book offers a balanced and comprehensive overview of the subject, covering issues such as safe practice in PE, inclusion, subject leadership and cross-curricular approaches supported by an accessible theory-informed approach.This second edition includes:aaaaaaaa Links to the new National Curriculum in Englandaaaaaaaa Each chapter mapped against the TeachersO Standardsaaaaaaaa A new chapter on physical literacy and development in the early years and primary agesaaaaaaaa A new chapter on health-focused education and the contribution of PEaaaaaaaa Added case studies in every chapteraaaaaaaa Enhanced coverage of assessment in PEaThis book includes a companion website with additional resources!