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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH AND PHYSICAL
EDUCATIONWhy It Is Essential For Our
Children?
Nadine Chetty
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Why Is PDHPE Essential For our Children? PDHPE teaches our children the basic elements to live a
healthy lifestyle and influences them to make appropriate choices when it comes to healthy living.
PDHPE gives children the right tools to make healthy and safe choices in a variety of situations.
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The Importance of Personal Development and Health These are issues that need to be taught to
children with appropriate resources and correct terminology. Factors such as healthy living choices, active lifestyles, child protection, road safety, stranger danger and drug awareness
These are issues that can shape safe and healthy lifestyles
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The Importance of Physical Activity
Physical activity promotes healthy living in young children. ‘PE’ gives children the physical tools to encourage physical movement. Improving their quality of life.
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Important topics of awareness.Healthy Living Physical
Activity Drug Awareness Road Safety Personal
Development Peer Relationships Growth &
Development