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. The Second Edition includes: Links to the new National Curriculum in England Each chapter mapped against the Teachers' Standards A new chapter on physical literacy and development in the early years and primary ages A new chapter on health-focused education and the contribution of PE Added case studies in every chapter Enhanced coverage of assessment in PE This book includes a companion website with additional resources! This book includes a companion website with additional resources!