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Kindergarten
Demonstrate tossing a ball and catch it before it bounces twice.
Demonstrate the proper technique for an underhand roll.
Locate the lungs and explain their purpose.
Identify foods that enhance a healthy heart.
Travel in different ways in a large group without bumping into
others or falling.
Dribble a ball in self-space using one hand.
Identify three bones and differentiate between bones and muscles.
Explain the negative effects of smoking on the lungs.
Walk forward and sideways on a line or the length of a beam
without falling.
Roll sideways (right or left) without hesitating.
Using the palm, strike a balloon underhand (upward)
continuously.
Identify two muscles and the matching stretches.
State that rest and sleep are important in caring for the body.
Walk and “roll” (tap) the ball forward, using either foot (not the
toe).
Lift and support his/her own weight in selected activities that
develop muscular strength and endurance of the arms, shoulders,
abdomen, back, and legs such as hanging, hopping, and jumping.
Explain appropriate reactions during emergencies in physical
activities such as staying calm, following adult directions, and
getting help.
1st Grade
Demonstrate tossing a ball to self and catching it.
Demonstrate the proper techniques for an underhand throw.
Describe the location and function of the heart.
Identify healthy “GO” foods as a source of energy.
Demonstrate proper foot patterns and form in jogging, marching,
hopping, jumping, skipping, leaping, galloping, and sliding.
Jump a self-turned rope with single bounce landings.
Dribble a ball in self-space using one hand and then the other
hand.
Identify five bones and describe how muscles and bones work
together to produce movement.
Explain the negative effects of smoking and second hand smoke.
Demonstrate control in balancing and traveling activities such as
walk forward and sideways across a beam without falling.
Identify four muscles of the body and identify the pectoral stretch.
Explain the negative effects of lack of sleep on physical
performance and on the body.
Dribble a ball with the foot and slowly jog while using either foot.
Repeatedly strike (hit) a balloon upward using a lightweight
paddle while standing in self-space.
Students will demonstrate the muscular strength activity for each
of the body areas (shoulders, abdominals, legs and back).
Identify five items that can be used as protection from the sun.
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3rd Grade
Demonstrate an overhand throw to a target.
Distinguish between aerobic and anaerobic activities and describe
the effects of physical activity on the heart.
Using the food group categories, identify healthy “GO” foods that
increase or reduce bodily functions.
Demonstrate various step patterns and combinations of
movement in repeatable sequences.
Hand dribble a ball and move in different directions while
remaining in bounds.
Identify nine bones of the body.
Describe the negative effects of smoking on the body.
Demonstrate moving in and out of a balanced position with
control.
Demonstrate control and appropriate form in rolling activities
such as forward roll, shoulder roll, and safety rolls.
Bump/forearm pass a lightly tossed lightweight ball back to a
partner.
Identify eight different muscles of the body and identify two
stretches.
Explain the positive impact that physical activity has on stress
relief.
Demonstrate running and kicking a ball that is moving.
Bounce and then strike a small, lightweight ball using a small
paddle with a forehand motion.
Identify the proper form of a FitnessGram push-up and curl-up.
Identify safety precautions when walking in the community.
4th Grade
Demonstrate an overhand throw to a traveling partner such as
pass patterns.
Describe the effects of exercise on heart rate.
Describe the relationship between food intake and physical
activity such as calories consumed and calories expended.
Perform basic folk dance steps such as grapevine, schottische,
and step-together-step.
Jump a self-turned rope using at least 4 different foot patterns.
Demonstrate a hand dribble while keeping the ball away from
stationary opponents.
Identify eleven bones.
Describe the changes that occur in the cardiorespiratory system
as a result of smoking.
Perform sequences that include traveling, showing good body
control combined with stationary balances on various body parts.
Demonstrate manipulative skills such as overhead volleying (set)
from a lightly tossed ball from a partner.
Match a variety of stretching exercises with the appropriate
muscle.
Explain the relationship between physical activity and stress
relief.
Demonstrate a foot dribble when dribbling around moving
opponents and keeping the ball in control.
Demonstrate manipulative skills such as striking by using a bat to
hit a ball off a tee.
Define muscular strength and muscular endurance and give
examples.
Identify potential risks associated with physical activities.
2nd Grade
Catch a ball thrown from a partner.
Describe how the blood carries oxygen and nutrients through
the body.
Using the food group categories, identify foods that enhance a
healthy heart.
Jump a self-turned rope repeatedly forward and backward with
single bounce landings.
Demonstrate a hand dribble while slowly traveling in different
directions.
Identify seven bones.
Describe the negative effects of smoking on the lungs and the
ability to exercise.
Demonstrate simple stunts that exhibit personal agility such
as jumping-one and two foot take offs and landing with good
control.
Demonstrate smooth transition from one body part to the next in
rolling activities and roll/balance in a new position.
Demonstrate striking a lightweight ball with hand or forearm.
Identify six major muscle groups and identify four stretches.
Identify the causes of stress and activities to relieve stress.
Demonstrate a foot dribble and slowly jog around stationary
obstacles while using either foot.
Strike a small, lightweight ball off a tee or cone using a small
paddle/racket with a forehand motion.
Demonstrate proper form of a FitnessGram push-up and curl-up.
Identify water safety rules and describe their importance.
5th Grade
Demonstrate catching an object in a 2 on 1 lead-up game.
Demonstrate an overhand throw to a traveling partner in a 2 on
1 lead-up game.
Identify ways that aerobic exercise strengthens and improves the
efficiency of the heart and lungs.
Identify the relationship between optimal body function and a
healthy eating plan.
Jump a rope using at least four different foot patterns repeatedly
in a sequence.
Demonstrate hand dribbling a ball in a 1 on 1 game-like situation.
Identify fourteen bones of the body.
Describe the changes that occur in the body as a result of smoking
and drinking alcohol.
Combine the skills of transfer of body weight and balance on mats
and equipment.
Demonstrate the use of a combination of forearm passes and
overhead volleys in a game-like situation.
Identify the bones and muscles used for various physical activities.
List types of stress relief activities and give specific examples.
Demonstrate kicking a lead pass to a partner during a game-like
situation.
Demonstrate striking (hitting) a pitched ball with a bat.
Identify different types of physical activity as cardiovascular
endurance, flexibility, or muscular strength and endurance.
Identify safe bicycle procedures.