The emergence of traditional games in the 21st century school

Abstract

Traditional games are one of the central axes of the curriculum of Physical Education (PE) in the majorities of countries. This kind of games contribute to the development of physical literacy, whereas they have an important historical and cultural value. In a more technological, globalised and digitalised world; traditional games have given way to other forms of entertainment changing the way of interacting with others, exploring the world and playing in a different manner.