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K–12 Standards

Grade 1

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Demonstrates competency in many movement forms and proficiency in a few movement forms.

  • 1-P-1.

    Performs locomotor and non-locomotors skills at a basic level, progressing to simple sequences utilizing shapes, levels, directions, pathways, and ranges.1-P-1

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate all locomotor skills (walk, run, leap, jump, hop, slide, gallop, and skip).1-P-1.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate clear contrasts between slow and fast movements traveling in different directions and in personal and general space without bumping into others or falling.1-P-1.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate selected non-locomotor skills (push, pull, bend, twist, stretch, turn).1-P-1.3

    4. 4.

      Distinguish between straight, curved, and zigzag pathways while traveling in various ways.1-P-1.4

    5. 5.

      Roll sideways, right or left, without hesitating (e.g., log roll).1-P-1.5

    6. 6.

      Demonstrate the following body shapes: narrow, round, wide, and twisted body shapes.1-P-1.6

  • 1-P-2.

    Demonstrates ways to manage body weight in a variety of situations alone or within a group1-P-2

    1. 1.

      Jump and land using a combination of one and two-footed takeoffs and landings1-P-2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate proper foot patterns in hopping, jumping, skipping, leaping, galloping, and sliding.1-P-2.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate control in balancing and locomotor movement activities.1-P-2.3

  • 1-P-3.

    Performs manipulative skills using a variety of equipment in different environmental conditions.1-P-3

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the underhand and overhand throw patterns.1-P-3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate the two-handed overhead throw pattern.1-P-3.2

    3. 3.

      Catch and gently throw an object from self or another person.1-P-3.3

    4. 4.

      Move to approach a stationary ball and kick it.1-P-3.4

    5. 5.

      Strike an object upward continuously while using a variety of body parts and/or equipment.1-P-3.5

    6. 6.

      While stationary, dribble a ball continuously using the preferred hand.1-P-3.6

  • 1-P-4.

    Performs basic rhythmic skills alone, with a partner, or within a group.1-P-4

    1. 1.

      Create or imitate movement in response to rhythmic patterns and music.1-P-4.1

    2. 2.

      Combine locomotor patterns in time to music.1-P-4.2

    3. 3.

      Perform rhythmic patterns using body movements and manipulatives (e.g., parachute, balls, sticks, ribbons).1-P-4.3

Applies movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills.

  • 2-P-1.

    Integrates other content areas through movement.2-P-1

    1. 1.

      Identify the right and left sides of the body and movement from right to left and left to right (dance).2-P-1.1

    2. 2.

      Identify various body parts and levels in performing physical activities.2-P-1.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate the ability to incorporate language arts, math, social studies, and science concepts through movement activities (alphabetize letters, counting, mass and weight, folk/line dance).2-P-1.3

  • 2-P-2.

    Demonstrates and uses a variety of relationships with objects.2-P-2

    1. 1.

      Identify and demonstrate selected elements of relationship movement concepts of objects, such as over/under, on/off, near/far, in front/behind, along/through, meeting/parting surrounding, around, and alongside in isolated settings.2-P-2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate the ability to move directionally upon verbal and rhythmic cues.2-P-2.2

  • 2-P-3.

    Identifies fundamental movement patterns.2-P-3

    1. 1.

      Distinguish between a jog and a run, a hop and a jump, and a gallop and a slide.2-P-3.1

    2. 2.

      Recognize levels and pathways when demonstrated.2-P-3.2

    3. 3.

      Identify major characteristics of the basic manipulative skills of throw (using underhand, sidearm, or overhand), catch, kick, and strike (using underhand, sidearm, or overhand).2-P-3.3

    4. 4.

      Apply movement concepts of walk, jog, and run to a variety of basic skills (e.g., throw, catch, strike)2-P-3.4

  • 2-P-4.

    Establishes a beginning movement vocabulary.2-P-4

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the ability to follow directions given the following movement vocabulary: high/low, close/far, alone/partner, curved, zigzag, right/left, clockwise/counter/clockwise.2-P-4.1

  • 2-P-5.

    Applies appropriate concepts to performance2-P-5

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the ability to combine any locomotor skills with concepts of space and direction.2-P-5.1

Exhibits a physically active lifestyle.

  • 3-P-1.

    Participates regularly in vigorous activities outside of physical education class.3-P-1

    1. 1.

      Participate regularly in a variety of physical activities outside of physical education class (e.g., playing, bicycling, sport teams, gymnastics, and/or dance). Record using teacher/parent log.3-P-1.1

  • 3-P-2.

    Acknowledges that physical activity is good for personal well-being.3-P-2

    1. 1.

      Identify the location of the heart and lungs and explain what happens during physical exercise.3-P-2.1

    2. 2.

      Distinguish between active and inactive lifestyles.3-P-2.2

  • 3-P-3.

    Experiences and expresses satisfaction from participation in physical activity.3-P-3

    1. 1.

      Willingly attempt new physical activities when presented with a variety of options.3-P-3.1

    2. 2.

      Exhibit both verbal and non-verbal indicators of enjoyment of, or satisfaction with, physical activity.3-P-3.2

Achieves and maintains a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

  • 4-P-1.

    Sustains activity from moderate to vigorous intensity levels while participating in physical activity.4-P-1

    1. 1.

      Participate in sustained moderate to vigorous physical activities that cause increased heart rate and respiration for a period of 15 minutes.4-P-1.1

    2. 2.

      Identify changes in the body that occur during vigorous activity.4-P-1.2

  • 4-P-2.

    Identifies physiological signs of moderate physical activity (e.g., fast heart rate, sweating, increased breathing).4-P-2

    1. 1.

      Describe and participate in a variety of physical activities that promote positive gains in health-related fitness.4-P-2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify that moderate levels of physical activity increase heart rate, respirations and perspiration, etc. (e.g., running, galloping, and hopping).4-P-2.2

  • 4-P-3.

    Demonstrates activities that increase muscular strength and endurance.4-P-3

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the ability to correctly perform a variety of teacher-led exercises for muscular strength and endurance (crunches, squats, lunges, push-up choices, dyna bands, musical activities).4-P-3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate sufficient muscular strength to bear body weight for climbing, hanging, and momentary body support of the hands.4-P-3.2

  • 4-P-4.

    Demonstrates moving each joint through a full range of motion.4-P-4

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate and identify flexibility activities for shoulders, legs, and trunk.4-P-4.1

Demonstrates responsible personal and social behavior in physical activity settings.

  • 5-P-1.

    Demonstrates established protocols with little reinforcement (e.g., playground, classroom, and gymnasium).5-P-1

    1. 1.

      Follow rules, directions, and procedures from the instructor with little reinforcement.5-P-1.1

  • 5-P-2.

    Acknowledges the importance of being aware of one's surroundings and acting in a safe manner in physical activity settings.5-P-2

    1. 1.

      Engage in activity in a diverse group setting without interfering with others.5-P-2.1

  • 5-P-3.

    Works cooperatively (e.g., takes turns, is supportive, assists partner) with another to complete an assigned task.5-P-3

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate cooperation and consideration of others in group activities (sharing and taking turns).5-P-3.1

  • 5-P-4.

    Applies the elements of socially acceptable conflict resolution in physical activity settings (e.g., cooperation, sharing, consideration).5-P-4

    1. 1.

      Exhibit behavior which exemplifies responsibility to avoid conflict, best effort, cooperation, and compassion/empathy in a controlled setting.5-P-4.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate socially acceptable conflict resolution during class activity.5-P-4.2

Demonstrates an understanding and respect for differences among people in physical activity settings.

  • 6-P-1.

    Recognizes the importance of seeking out, participating with, and showing respect for people of like and different physical abilities.6-P-1

    1. 1.

      Positively interacts with others regardless of physical abilities.6-P-1.1

  • 6-P-2.

    Interacts with others regardless of personal differences (e.g., gender, ethnicity, disability).6-P-2

    1. 1.

      Show appropriate sportsmanship and sensitivity to diversity and gender issues.6-P-2.1

  • 6-P-3.

    Demonstrates a willingness to help a fellow student who has difficulty completing a skill.6-P-3

    1. 1.

      Encourage fellow students who experience difficulty with a task by giving verbal cues, visual cues, or demonstrations.6-P-3.1

Understands that physical activity provides the opportunity for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.7:

  • 7-P-1.

    Describes the feelings that result from challenges, successes, and failures in physical activity, alone or in groups.7-P-1

    1. 1.

      Identify and demonstrate acceptable responses to challenges, successes, and failures during physical activity.7-P-1.1

  • 7-P-2.

    Distinguishes feelings about and during physical activity.7-P-2

    1. 1.

      Looks forward to participating in physical activity.7-P-2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify a limited number of emotions related to how the student feels while participating in physical activity.7-P-2.2

  • 7-P-3.

    Displays a willingness to participate in new activities.7-P-3

    1. 1.

      Show signs of excitement and willingly participate when exposed to new activities, skills, and movements.7-P-3.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 1
When were these standards adopted?
2009
Where can I read the official document?
Louisiana Physical Education Grade-Level Expectations

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