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CHAPTER . IMPROVEMENT OF EDUCATIONAL CONTENT AND METHOD

In the balanced development of pupils' minds and bodies is to be promoted, and customs and attitudes necessary for pupils to enjoy healthy and safe lives are to be developed, it is necessary to provide guidance in physical education throughout the activities of the school. This section outlines, first, the present situation as then the physical features, physical strength and athletic abilities of pupils, and then presents the present problems to be solved in school health programs, safety education and school lunch services.