P.E, or physical education, is a daily activity in the form of sports or exercise that is incorporated into the routines of kids in school. Basketball is often played during P.E. classes, since most school gyms are equipped with a basketball court for the school sports teams. During these sessions when the traditional basketball game is not a requirement, kids can enjoy several different types of basketball games.
Dribble Mania
Use cones to section off a large square in the center of the gym and instruct each player to grab a basketball and head into the square to play. When play begins, players must dribble their balls and remain inside the square. While dribbling their own balls, players must try to simultaneously knock another player's ball out of bounds. When a player's ball is knocked out of the square, she must leave the game and continue to dribble around the rest of the gym. Any player who stops dribbling during the course of the game also is out of the square. The last player in the square wins, or you can set a time limit for play and declare all remaining players to be the winners.
H-O-R-S-E
Determine the order in which players will shoot. The first player takes a shot from anywhere on the court he wishes. If he makes the basket, the next player has to attempt the shot from the same position. If that player misses, he gets the letter "H" -- the first letter in the word "horse." If he makes it, the third player in line has to attempt the same shot. Round one continues until all players have tried the shot. The second round begins and the first player makes a shot from a new location. If he misses, the second player can choose a new spot from which to shoot. Each time a player misses a shot, he receives the next letter that spells in "horse." Five missed shots will complete the word and knock the player out of the game. Play continues until one player is left.
Free Throw
A points-earning competitive game, free throw allows kids to practice their shooting skills. Players take turns shooting from a designated spot that is decided based on age group and skill level. Each player begins the game with 10 points. Players who miss a shot lose two points. Players whose basketballs touch the backboard or rim before sinking through the basket earn one point. Players who "swish" the ball through the net receive two points. The first player to reach 25 points wins.
Seven Up
This game uses a seven-point method to eliminate players. Designate a shooting spot and have players form a single line behind it. Player one attempts the shot. If she makes the shot, so must player two or she will receive a point. If she also makes the shot, player three also must make it or she receive two points. Each player in line who misses will earn points equal to the amount of consecutive shots made before him. When a player misses, the points are reset and the next player in line is safe from receiving any points. Points begin again the next time a player makes a shot. When a player reaches seven points, he is out. The last remaining player wins.
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