Passionate PE Teacher (15 years)
PE Teacher Author: Coach Locke Children’s Books & Physical Education
Hi! I’m Coach Locke – PE teacher author, children’s book writer, athlete, mom, twin, and passionate elementary school educator with 15 years of experience. As both a dedicated physical education instructor and published author, I’ve discovered that combining sports with storytelling creates powerful learning experiences for children.
My Journey in Physical Education and Writing
We all know PE is where students have fun learning movement skills and playing games. But as an educator and PE teacher author, I’ve discovered that physical education is so much more than that. PE is the space where we learn how to interact with people, handle big emotions, find integrity, and push ourselves outside of our comfort zones.
Mission: Teaching Kindness Through Education
It is my mission every day to teach, promote, and inspire kindness through my work as both educator and writer. I feel extremely honored and grateful to teach at a supportive school in Houston, Texas, with a community focused on kindness. Working with the best co-workers in the best community has been a dream come true.
Stories of Love Elementary Book Series
After an incredible 3-year journey, I recently self-published my second book in the Stories of Love Elementary series. My books are a collection of stories about real events with real students and the lessons learned along the way.
“Kindness Wins”
I wrote “Kindness Wins” to demonstrate how each student’s words and actions can affect how they feel and how their classmates respond to them. This book teaches empathy and positive social interactions through gymnasium scenarios.
“School Rules”
My second book, “School Rules”, is perfect for teachers and parents looking to introduce classroom rules, expectations, and consequences to children. With colorful illustrations and lighthearted stories, I aim to promote positive behavior and good character.
Why Literature and Physical Education Work Together
As a PE teacher author, I’ve learned that combining physical education with storytelling creates powerful learning experiences. According to research from the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE America), character education integrated with physical activity produces lasting behavioral changes in elementary students.
Educational Philosophy
Through my dual role as educator and writer, I’ve discovered that stories have unique power to:
- Teach social-emotional skills effectively
- Create safe spaces for discussing difficult topics
- Build empathy and understanding among diverse learners
- Connect physical activity with character development
Goals for Young Readers
Ultimately, my goal as a PE teacher author is to inspire a love of reading while teaching important social-emotional skills that serve students both in and out of the classroom. My hope is that through storytelling, I can help students gain new perspectives on the world around them.
For more resources on integrating literature into physical education, explore my complete collection of PE books and teaching materials.
Connect With Coach Locke
Ready to bring character education and kindness into your classroom or home? Discover how my books can transform your approach to teaching rules, procedures, and positive behavior.
