JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Physical and Health Education 2026. Physical and Health Education is about understanding the human body, fitness, health practices, and the role of sports in daily life. For candidates preparing for JAMB in 2026/2027, this subject combines theory with practical knowledge, which makes it important to study in a structured way.
JAMB has provided a list of recommended textbooks to help candidates cover all the essential topics. These books explain physical fitness, human anatomy, nutrition, hygiene, first aid, recreation, and rules of major sports in a clear and organized manner. They also prepare students for both multiple-choice and theory questions in the exam.
To study effectively, it is important to use these textbooks alongside the official JAMB Physical and Health Education syllabus. The syllabus highlights what to focus on and ensures that you do not waste time studying irrelevant topics. Practicing past questions will also help you understand how questions are usually set and how marks are awarded.
List of textbooks recommended by JAMB for Physical and Health Education.
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Physical and Health Education
- 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. 2). 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 the contemporary Nigerian education system (4th ed.). Fabonish Publisher, Positive Press.
- Oyerinde, O. O., Dada, J. O., & Oloyede, R. O. (2021). All times health education for individual and college students (4th ed.). Fabonish Publisher, Bayero University Press.
- Puffa, H. A., Agbeko, W. W., & Amui, J. C. (2009). Foundations of physical education and sports. Winneba, Ghana: Akwu.
Practical Tips for Candidates
- Understand Concepts: Focus on nutrition, hygiene, first aid, and human anatomy; these are heavily tested in theory questions.
- Memorize Rules: Sports and games often appear in questions; knowing the rules and techniques is important.
- Follow the Syllabus: The JAMB syllabus for 2026/2027 clearly outlines topics, so use it to organize your study sessions.
- Practice Past Questions: They help you become familiar with question formats and identify frequently tested areas.
By combining the recommended textbooks, the syllabus, and consistent practice with past questions, candidates can approach Physical and Health Education with readiness and perform well in the exam.
An education writer with almost a decade of experience helping Nigerian students prepare for JAMB and Admission. Hauwa is passionate about ensuring that students have the resources and guides they need to succeed in their academic journey.