CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T.

Jen Tiemann

Welcome to CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T.—the podcast that's on a mission to Make School Fun Again! Every week, elementary PE teacher, author, blogger, and content creator Jen Tiemann shares crazy fun PE games, gym management tips, classroom and student behavior strategies, lesson ideas, and practical teaching advice to help you save time, engage every student, and make your gym the happiest place in school. Whether you're a brand-new PE teacher or a seasoned veteran, you'll discover creative K-5 physical education games, cooperative activities, fitness challenges, seasonal lessons, classroom management ideas, equipment hacks, assessment tips, and simple strategies that make planning easier and teaching more enjoyable. Every episode is packed with practical ideas you can put into action right away—so you can spend less time planning and more time inspiring kids to love movement. You'll also hear honest conversations about teaching, motivation, building positive relationships with students, creating an inclusive learning environment, and bringing more joy, laughter, and excitement into every PE class. If you're passionate about helping kids build confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, healthy habits, and a lifelong love of physical activity, you're in the right place. So grab your whistle, lace up your sneakers, and join thousands of elementary PE teachers who believe school should be a place where kids can't wait to learn, move, laugh, and play. Together, let's Make School Fun Again! #MakeSchoolFunAgain

  1. 17h ago

    10 CRAZY FUN Halloween PE Stations Your Students Will LOVE!

    🎃 Ready to turn your gym into a spooktacular Halloween PE playground? In this episode of CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I’m sharing 10 easy, creative, and CRAZY FUN Halloween PE stations your elementary students will LOVE! From Pumpkin Ghost BOO-ling and Mummy Wrap Races to Spooky Hoops, Witch’s Broom Limbo, Pumpkin Patch Mini Golf, and more, these simple Halloween PE station ideas will keep your K–5 students moving, laughing, and having a TOTAL BLAST -all while using equipment you probably already have in your house or gym! 👻🕷️🎃 🎙️PODCAST RESOURCE LINKS ✅ 10 Easy and Fun Halloween Station Ideas BLOG POST - Complete Details Here ⭐ MORE FROM MRS.T⭐ 📚 Get My Best-Selling Book -59 CRAZY FUN Elementary PE Games that ROCK🪨! 59 unique, low-prep PE games that get kids moving, laughing, and learning. ➡️ GRAB MY BOOK RIGHT HERE 🍎Visit My Website - Love 2 Teach and Learn - Free PE games, lesson plans, printables, classroom management ideas, blog posts, and teacher resources. ➡️ CHECK MY WEBSITE OUT RIGHT HERE 📄🍎Visit My new PayHip PE Teacher Resource Store - RIGHT HERE! 🛍️Visit My TPT Store - Love2teachandlearn - Looking for ready-to-use PE lesson plans and activities? ➡️ SHOP MY TPT STORE RIGHT HERE 📦 PE "ALWAYS GROWING" GAMES & RESOURCE BUNDLE 🔗LET'S CONNECT🔗 FACEBOOK - Love 2 Teach and Learn PINTEREST - Love 2 Teach and Learn TIKTOK - pewithmrst YOUTUBE - love2teachandlearn INSTAGRAM - love2.teachandlearn JUMP ON MY EMAIL LIST - I send one email newsletter on the 5th of every month - that's it, but I fill it with lots of FREE PE goodies. ⭐ Enjoying the Podcast? If you're loving CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I'd be so grateful if you'd follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with another PE teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast and join the mission to... Make School Fun Again! #makeschoolfunagain #love2teachandlearn #pewithmrst

  2. Oct 12

    27 Fun Ways to Choose Teams (Without Tears) in Gym Class

    Choosing teams in elementary PE class doesn’t have to mean hurt feelings, awkward moments, or hearing, “That’s not fair!” 😩 In this episode of CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I’m sharing 27 fun, fair, and EASY ways to choose teams and partners without the drama! From colorful cards and popsicle sticks to silly games and creative surprises, these simple PE teacher tricks will help you make teams quickly, keep kids smiling, and get everyone MOVING. Let’s ditch the old-school team picking and make choosing teams part of the FUN! 🎙️PODCAST RESOURCE LINKS ✅ BLOG POST: 27 Fun & Fair Ways to Choose Teams (Without Tears) This post contains links to EVERYTHING mentioned in this episode. ✅ 100+ PE SPORTS Theme Team Making Game Cards ⭐ MORE FROM MRS.T⭐ 📚 Get My Best-Selling Book -59 CRAZY FUN Elementary PE Games that ROCK🪨! 59 unique, low-prep PE games that get kids moving, laughing, and learning. ➡️ GRAB MY BOOK RIGHT HERE 🍎Visit My Website - Love 2 Teach and Learn - Free PE games, lesson plans, printables, classroom management ideas, blog posts, and teacher resources. ➡️ CHECK MY WEBSITE OUT RIGHT HERE 🛍️Visit My TPT Store - Love2teachandlearn - Looking for ready-to-use PE lesson plans and activities? ➡️ SHOP MY TPT STORE RIGHT HERE 📦 PE "ALWAYS GROWING" GAMES & RESOURCE BUNDLE 🔗LET'S CONNECT🔗 FACEBOOK - Love 2 Teach and Learn PINTEREST - Love 2 Teach and Learn TIKTOK - pewithmrst YOUTUBE - love2teachandlearn INSTAGRAM - love2.teachandlearn JUMP ON MY EMAIL LIST - I send one email newsletter on the 5th of every month - that's it, but I fill it with lots of FREE PE goodies. ⭐ Enjoying the Podcast? If you're loving CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I'd be so grateful if you'd follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with another PE teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast and join the mission to... Make School Fun Again! #makeschoolfunagain #love2teachandlearn #pewithmrst

  3. Oct 5

    TRICK or TREAT, Move Your Feet: A CRAZY Fun HALLOWEEN PE Game

    Looking for a CRAZY fun Halloween PE game that will get your K-5 students moving, laughing, and having a total blast in the gym? 🎃 In this episode of CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I’m sharing one of my favorite elementary Halloween PE games, TRICK or TREAT, Move Your Feet—a simple, high-energy physical education activity that combines locomotor skills, fitness exercises, counting, movement, and even good manners with all the excitement of trick-or-treating! 👻🍬 If you’re an elementary PE teacher searching for an easy, engaging October PE lesson or Halloween gym game, grab your imaginary candy bucket and get ready to TRICK or TREAT and MOVE those FEET! 🎙️PODCAST RESOURCE LINKS ✅ TRICK OR TREAT, Move Your Feet BLOG POST - Complete Game Details ✅ TRICK OR TREAT, Move Your Feet PRINT and PLAY LESSON PLAN ⭐ MORE FROM MRS.T⭐ 📚 Get My Best-Selling Book -59 CRAZY FUN Elementary PE Games that ROCK🪨! 59 unique, low-prep PE games that get kids moving, laughing, and learning. ➡️ GRAB MY BOOK RIGHT HERE 🍎Visit My Website - Love 2 Teach and Learn - Free PE games, lesson plans, printables, classroom management ideas, blog posts, and teacher resources. ➡️ CHECK MY WEBSITE OUT RIGHT HERE 🛍️Visit My TPT Store - Love2teachandlearn - Looking for ready-to-use PE lesson plans and activities? ➡️ SHOP MY TPT STORE RIGHT HERE 📦 PE "ALWAYS GROWING" GAMES & RESOURCE BUNDLE 🔗LET'S CONNECT🔗 FACEBOOK - Love 2 Teach and Learn PINTEREST - Love 2 Teach and Learn TIKTOK - pewithmrst YOUTUBE - love2teachandlearn INSTAGRAM - love2.teachandlearn JUMP ON MY EMAIL LIST - I send one email newsletter on the 5th of every month - that's it, but I fill it with lots of FREE PE goodies. ⭐ Enjoying the Podcast? If you're loving CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I'd be so grateful if you'd follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with another PE teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast and join the mission to... Make School Fun Again! #makeschoolfunagain #love2teachandlearn #pewithmrst

  4. Sep 28

    RAINBOW RUNNERS: How to Start Your Own Indoor PE Mileage Club in 5 Easy Steps

    What if your students could run, walk, or skip their way to completing an entire 26.2-mile marathon—right inside your gym, a few laps at a time? 🌈🏃‍♀️ In this episode of CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I’m sharing my brand-new RAINBOW RUNNERS Indoor PE Mileage Club and exactly how I set it up in just 5 easy steps! From measuring your gym and digitally tracking mileage to my simple rainbow bead system, QR-code scanning, milestone rewards, and one-song warm-up routine, I’ll show you how to create an elementary PE running club that gets kids moving, builds cardiovascular endurance, and makes goal-setting FUN—without taking over your PE class. Ready, set...let’s RUN! 🎙️PODCAST RESOURCE LINKS ✅ RAINBOW RUNNERS: HOW TO START YOUR OWN INDOOR MILEAGE CLUB IN 5 EASY STEPS - This post contains links to EVERYTHING mentioned in this episode. ✅ RAINBOW RUNNERS TPT BUNDLE ⭐ MORE FROM MRS.T⭐ 📚 Get My Best-Selling Book -59 CRAZY FUN Elementary PE Games that ROCK🪨! 59 unique, low-prep PE games that get kids moving, laughing, and learning. ➡️ GRAB MY BOOK RIGHT HERE 🍎Visit My Website - Love 2 Teach and Learn - Free PE games, lesson plans, printables, classroom management ideas, blog posts, and teacher resources. ➡️ CHECK MY WEBSITE OUT RIGHT HERE 🛍️Visit My TPT Store - Love2teachandlearn - Looking for ready-to-use PE lesson plans and activities? ➡️ SHOP MY TPT STORE RIGHT HERE 📦 PE "ALWAYS GROWING" GAMES & RESOURCE BUNDLE 🔗LET'S CONNECT🔗 FACEBOOK - Love 2 Teach and Learn PINTEREST - Love 2 Teach and Learn TIKTOK - pewithmrst YOUTUBE - love2teachandlearn INSTAGRAM - love2.teachandlearn JUMP ON MY EMAIL LIST - I send one email newsletter on the 5th of every month - that's it, but I fill it with lots of FREE PE goodies. ⭐ Enjoying the Podcast? If you're loving CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I'd be so grateful if you'd follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with another PE teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast and join the mission to... Make School Fun Again! #makeschoolfunagain #love2teachandlearn #pewithmrst

  5. Sep 21

    October PE Plan: 7 Essential Elementary PE Skills for Month #2

    October is the PERFECT time to move beyond those back-to-school routines and start building the foundational PE skills your students will use all year long! In this episode of CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I’m breaking down my complete K–5 October PE Plan and the 7 essential skills I teach during Month #2—underhand rolling, bowling, underhand throwing, catching, tracking, throwing for accuracy, and partner cooperation. I’ll share my favorite teaching cues, games, read-alouds, assessment ideas, and simple tips to help you plan an October full of purposeful movement, skill-building, and—of course—a whole lot of FUN! 🎙️PODCAST RESOURCE LINKS ✅ COMPLETE BLOG POST - OCTOBER PE PLAN - This post contains links to EVERYTHING mentioned in this episode. ✅ OCTOBER PE LESSON PLAN TPT BUNDLE ⭐ MORE FROM MRS.T⭐ 📚 Get My Best-Selling Book -59 CRAZY FUN Elementary PE Games that ROCK🪨! 59 unique, low-prep PE games that get kids moving, laughing, and learning. ➡️ GRAB MY BOOK RIGHT HERE 🍎Visit My Website - Love 2 Teach and Learn - Free PE games, lesson plans, printables, classroom management ideas, blog posts, and teacher resources. ➡️ CHECK MY WEBSITE OUT RIGHT HERE 🛍️Visit My TPT Store - Love2teachandlearn - Looking for ready-to-use PE lesson plans and activities? ➡️ SHOP MY TPT STORE RIGHT HERE 📦 PE "ALWAYS GROWING" GAMES & RESOURCE BUNDLE 🔗LET'S CONNECT🔗 FACEBOOK - Love 2 Teach and Learn PINTEREST - Love 2 Teach and Learn TIKTOK - pewithmrst YOUTUBE - love2teachandlearn INSTAGRAM - love2.teachandlearn JUMP ON MY EMAIL LIST - I send one email newsletter on the 5th of every month - that's it, but I fill it with lots of FREE PE goodies. ⭐ Enjoying the Podcast? If you're loving CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I'd be so grateful if you'd follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with another PE teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast and join the mission to... Make School Fun Again! #makeschoolfunagain #love2teachandlearn #pewithmrst

  6. Sep 14

    5 Elementary SEPTEMBER PE Games Your Students Will LOVE!

    Looking for fun elementary September PE games to kick off the school year with tons of movement, laughter, teamwork, and FUN? In this episode of CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I’m sharing 5 of my absolute favorite back-to-school PE games that my K–5 students LOVE—including Lightning Tag, Chain Tag, Cluck Cluck Chicken, Messy Bedroom, and Cross the River! These easy, engaging elementary PE games are perfect for building teamwork, cooperation, communication, spatial awareness, and classroom community while getting kids moving from the very first weeks of school. Grab your coffee, PE friends, because these are five September games you’ll want to play in your gym again and again! 🎙️PODCAST RESOURCE LINKS ✅ 5 SEPTEMBER PE GAMES BLOG POST - Get all the "How to Play" Game Details inside. ✅ SEPTEMBER PE GAMES FUN BUNDLE - Just print and add to your PE Games Binder ✅ MRS. T'S "ALWAYS GROWING" PE GAMES/RESOURCES MEGA BUNDLE - All 5 Games are already inside. ⭐ MORE FROM MRS.T⭐ 📚 Get My Best-Selling Book -59 CRAZY FUN Elementary PE Games that ROCK🪨! 59 unique, low-prep PE games that get kids moving, laughing, and learning. ➡️ GRAB MY BOOK RIGHT HERE 🍎Visit My Website - Love 2 Teach and Learn - Free PE games, lesson plans, printables, classroom management ideas, blog posts, and teacher resources. ➡️ CHECK MY WEBSITE OUT RIGHT HERE 🛍️Visit My TPT Store - Love2teachandlearn - Looking for ready-to-use PE lesson plans and activities? ➡️ SHOP MY TPT STORE RIGHT HERE 📦 PE "ALWAYS GROWING" GAMES & RESOURCE BUNDLE 🔗LET'S CONNECT🔗 FACEBOOK - Love 2 Teach and Learn PINTEREST - Love 2 Teach and Learn TIKTOK - pewithmrst YOUTUBE - love2teachandlearn INSTAGRAM - love2.teachandlearn JUMP ON MY EMAIL LIST - I send one email newsletter on the 5th of every month - that's it, but I fill it with lots of FREE PE goodies. ⭐ Enjoying the Podcast? If you're loving CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I'd be so grateful if you'd follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with another PE teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast and join the mission to... Make School Fun Again! #makeschoolfunagain #love2teachandlearn #pewithmrst

  7. Sep 7

    MESSY BEDROOM: The Crazy Fun PE Game That Sneaks in Teamwork, Communication & Cooperation!

    MESSY BEDROOM: The Crazy Fun PE Game that Sneaks in Teamwork, Communication and Cooperation! Looking for a crazy fun elementary PE game that gets kids moving, laughing, communicating, and working together? In this episode of CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I’m sharing one of my favorite Back-to-School and September PE games—MESSY BEDROOM! This exciting partner teamwork game is packed with cooperation, communication, problem-solving, movement, and tons of FUN, making it the perfect addition to your K–5 physical education lesson plans. Get ready to turn your gym into one giant MESSY BEDROOM and discover why this is one PE game your students will be begging to play again! 🎙️PODCAST RESOURCE LINKS ✅ MESSY BEDROOM BLOG POST - Get all the "How to Play" Game Details inside. ✅ PRINTABLE MESSY BEDROOM LESSON PLAN - Just print and add to your PE Games Binder ✅ MRS. T'S "ALWAYS GROWING" PE GAMES/RESOURCES MEGA BUNDLE - Messy Bedroom is already inside. ⭐ MORE FROM MRS.T⭐ 📚 Get My Best-Selling Book -59 CRAZY FUN Elementary PE Games that ROCK🪨! 59 unique, low-prep PE games that get kids moving, laughing, and learning. ➡️ GRAB MY BOOK RIGHT HERE 🍎Visit My Website - Love 2 Teach and Learn - Free PE games, lesson plans, printables, classroom management ideas, blog posts, and teacher resources. ➡️ CHECK MY WEBSITE OUT RIGHT HERE 🛍️Visit My TPT Store - Love2teachandlearn - Looking for ready-to-use PE lesson plans and activities? ➡️ SHOP MY TPT STORE RIGHT HERE 📦 PE "ALWAYS GROWING" GAMES & RESOURCE BUNDLE 🔗LET'S CONNECT🔗 FACEBOOK - Love 2 Teach and Learn PINTEREST - Love 2 Teach and Learn TIKTOK - pewithmrst YOUTUBE - love2teachandlearn INSTAGRAM - love2.teachandlearn JUMP ON MY EMAIL LIST - I send one email newsletter on the 5th of every month - that's it, but I fill it with lots of FREE PE goodies. ⭐ Enjoying the Podcast? If you're loving CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I'd be so grateful if you'd follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with another PE teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast and join the mission to... Make School Fun Again! #makeschoolfunagain #love2teachandlearn #pewithmrst

  8. Aug 31

    Kindergarten PE Survival Guide: 8 Things That Actually Work AWESOME!

    Teaching kindergarten PE can be equal parts AWESOME, adorable, hilarious…and just a little bit chaotic! 😂 In Episode #7 of CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I’m sharing my Kindergarten PE Survival Guide with 8 tried-and-true tips that actually work AWESOME—from visual schedules and PE stations to music, positive behavior strategies and more. Whether you’re a brand-new elementary PE teacher or a seasoned pro looking for fresh kindergarten PE ideas, these simple strategies will help you create a smoother, happier, and CRAZY FUN gym your littlest learners will absolutely LOVE! 🎙️PODCAST RESOURCE LINKS✅ FULL BLOG POST - How to Easily Survive Kindergarten PE ✅ FITNESS STAR Blog Post ✅ 40 Awesome Elementary PE Station Ideas ✅ Mrs. T's 3 Hour Field Day/PE Class Playlist 🎁 FREE GIFT FOR YOU - 60 K-2 PE GAMES PLANNING GUIDE ⭐ MORE FROM MRS.T⭐ 📚 Get My Best-Selling Book -59 CRAZY FUN Elementary PE Games that ROCK🪨! 59 unique, low-prep PE games that get kids moving, laughing, and learning. ➡️ GRAB MY BOOK RIGHT HERE 🍎Visit My Website - Love 2 Teach and Learn - Free PE games, lesson plans, printables, classroom management ideas, blog posts, and teacher resources. ➡️ CHECK MY WEBSITE OUT RIGHT HERE 🛍️Visit My TPT Store - Love2teachandlearn - Looking for ready-to-use PE lesson plans and activities? ➡️ SHOP MY TPT STORE RIGHT HERE 📦 PE "ALWAYS GROWING" GAMES & RESOURCE BUNDLE 🔗LET'S CONNECT🔗 FACEBOOK - Love 2 Teach and Learn PINTEREST - Love 2 Teach and Learn TIKTOK - pewithmrst YOUTUBE - love2teachandlearn INSTAGRAM - love2.teachandlearn JUMP ON MY EMAIL LIST - I send one email newsletter on the 5th of every month - that's it, but I fill it with lots of FREE PE goodies. ⭐ Enjoying the Podcast? If you're loving CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T., I'd be so grateful if you'd follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with another PE teacher. Your support helps more educators discover the podcast and join the mission to... Make School Fun Again! #makeschoolfunagain #love2teachandlearn #pewithmrst

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Welcome to CRAZY FUN PE with Mrs. T.—the podcast that's on a mission to Make School Fun Again! Every week, elementary PE teacher, author, blogger, and content creator Jen Tiemann shares crazy fun PE games, gym management tips, classroom and student behavior strategies, lesson ideas, and practical teaching advice to help you save time, engage every student, and make your gym the happiest place in school. Whether you're a brand-new PE teacher or a seasoned veteran, you'll discover creative K-5 physical education games, cooperative activities, fitness challenges, seasonal lessons, classroom management ideas, equipment hacks, assessment tips, and simple strategies that make planning easier and teaching more enjoyable. Every episode is packed with practical ideas you can put into action right away—so you can spend less time planning and more time inspiring kids to love movement. You'll also hear honest conversations about teaching, motivation, building positive relationships with students, creating an inclusive learning environment, and bringing more joy, laughter, and excitement into every PE class. If you're passionate about helping kids build confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, healthy habits, and a lifelong love of physical activity, you're in the right place. So grab your whistle, lace up your sneakers, and join thousands of elementary PE teachers who believe school should be a place where kids can't wait to learn, move, laugh, and play. Together, let's Make School Fun Again! #MakeSchoolFunAgain

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