Basketball is a great activity for elementary students, and it is taught and played in all types of settings. Basketball involves a variety of skills that may be practiced individually, in pairs, or with groups. The Basketball Unit provides activities for students to practice and develop fundamental skills required for successful game play such as dribbling, ball control, passing, shooting, offense and defense. Activities in this unit follow a high-activity, skill progression which can be adapted for a variety of skill levels. Aligned with the NASPE (National Association for Sports and Physical Education) and state content and performance standards, activities are designed to include and challenge all students’ physical skills, while maintaining enjoyable, health- promoting, moderate-to-vigorous physical activity during class.