JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Physical and Health Education 2025/2026: Physical and Health Education is one of the subjects offered by candidates interested in studying courses related to education, sports, health, and fitness in Nigerian universities. The subject covers human anatomy, physiology, nutrition, hygiene, diseases, sports, exercise, first aid, and safety.
To prepare well for the JAMB UTME exam in Physical and Health Education, candidates need to study the right textbooks that cover the syllabus and objectives of the subject. This article will provide you with a list of JAMB-recommended textbooks for Physical and Health Education 2025/2026 and their importance in your UTME preparation.
Importance of JAMB-Recommended Textbooks for Physical and Health Education
JAMB-recommended textbooks are books that have been approved by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) as suitable and relevant for the UTME exam. These books are written by experts and professionals in the field of Physical and Health Education and they contain accurate and up-to-date information that reflects the current trends and developments in the subject.
Some of the benefits of using JAMB-recommended textbooks for Physical and Health Education are:
- They help you to understand the concepts and principles of Physical and Health Education clearly and concisely.
- They provide you with examples, illustrations, diagrams, tables, charts, and graphs that enhance your learning and retention of the subject matter.
- They expose you to various types of questions and exercises that test your knowledge and skills in Physical and Health Education.
- They give you tips and strategies on how to answer JAMB UTME questions in Physical and Health Education effectively and efficiently.
- They prepare you for the JAMB UTME exam by covering the syllabus and objectives of Physical and Health Education as outlined by JAMB.
List of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Physical and Health Education 2025/2026
According to the official website of JAMB, the following is the list of recommended textbooks for Physical and Health Education 2025/2026:
- Afuekwe A. I. (2007). An Introductory Textbook of Physical Education for Secondary Schools and Colleges. Vol. 1. Sales Point (Nig.) Co.
- Afuekwe A. I. (2009). Health Topics in the New Curriculum of Physical and Health Education. Vol. 1. Seas Print (Nig.) Co.
- Nnabueze, U. C. (2002). Foundation of Health and Physical Education for Schools. Vol. II Enugu: Okotech Publishers.
- Ofadeji, A. A. (2013). Comprehensive Textbook on Physical and Health Education.
- Oworu, O. O. (2004). Fundamentals of Physical Education. Lucky Odoni (Nig.) Enterprises.
- Oyerinde, O. O., Dada, J. O. & Oloyede, R. O. (2021). A Textbook of Physical and Health Education for Secondary School in Contemporary Nigeria Education System. Fabonish Publisher, Positive Press, Ibadan. 4th Edition.
- Oyerinde, O. O., Dada, J. O. & Oloyede, R. O. (2021). All Times Health Education for Individual and College Students. Fabonish Publisher, Bayero University Press. 4th Edition.
- Puffa, H. A., Agbeko, W. W. & Amui. J. C. (2009). Foundations of Physical Education and Sports. Winneba, Ghana: Akwu
These textbooks are available in most bookstores across Nigeria or online platforms such as Jumia, Konga, or Amazon. You can also borrow them from your school library or from friends who have them.
Conclusion
Physical and Health Education is an important subject that prepares you for various courses and careers in education, sports, health, and fitness. To ace the JAMB UTME exam in Physical and Health Education, you need to study the right textbooks that cover the syllabus and objectives of the subject. In this article, we have provided you with a list of JAMB-recommended textbooks for Physical and Health Education 2025/2026 and their importance in your UTME preparation. We hope this article has been helpful to you and we wish you success in your JAMB UTME exam.
FAQs
How many questions will I answer in Physical and Health Education in the JAMB UTME exam?
The total number of questions in the JAMB UTME exam is 180. This comprises the questions from each of the four subjects you will write. The use of English is 60 while each of the other three subjects has an equal number of 40 questions for you to answer.
How long will I have to answer Physical and Health Education questions in the JAMB UTME exam?
Keep in mind the exams test many things including your knowledge, speed, and your accuracy. The time allotted for the exam is 2 hours which is spread over the four subjects.
What is the best way to study Physical and Health Education for the JAMB UTME exam?
The best way to study for physical and health education is to study it with its past questions to help you understand the exam format and what the examiner wants from you. The past questions can also help you understand some concepts you are not familiar with.
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