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K–12 Standards

Pre-Kindergarten

Other Maryland Physical Education sets

Motor Skills and Movement PatternsS1

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    Hopping, Galloping, Jogging, Running, Sliding, and Skipping

    1. 1

      Moves using a variety of locomotor skills. S1.PK.1

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    Jogging for Distance

    1. 2

      This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 2nd grade. S1.PK.2

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    Jumping and Landing

    1. 3

      Demonstrates a vertical jump and landing with balance.S1.PK.3

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    Dance

    1. 4

      Performs creative movements to the rhythm of music.S1.PK.4

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    Balance

    1. 5a

      Identifies different bases of support.S1.PK.5a

    2. 5b

      Balances on different body parts.S1.PK.5b

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    Weight Transfer

    1. 6

      This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 1st grade.S1.PK.6

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    Weight Transfer - Rolling

    1. 7a

      Creates curled shapes with their body. S1.PK.7a

    2. 7b

      Demonstrates how to rock on different body parts. S1.PK.7b

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    Curling, Stretching, Twisting, and Bending

    1. 8

      Stretches the muscles.S1.PK.8

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    Combinations - Balance and Weight Transfers

    1. 9

      This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 2nd grade.S1.PK.9

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    Rolling a Ball 

    1. 10

      Rolls a ball to a stationary partner or target while seated.S1.PK.10

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    Underhand Throw

    1. 11

      Underhand throws to a large, stationary target. S1.PK.11

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    Overhand Throw

    1. 12

      This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 2nd grade. S1.PK.12

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    Catching

    1. 13

      Demonstrates some of the critical elements when catching a rolling ball.S1.PK.13

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    Dribbling with Hands

    1. 14

      Bounces a ball down with two hands and attempts to catch it while remaining in personal space.S1.PK.14

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    Dribbling with Feet

    1. 15

      Taps a stationary ball using the inside of the foot, maintaining body control.S1.PK.15

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    Kicking

    1. 16

      Kicks a stationary ball from a stationary position, maintaining body control.S1.PK.16

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    Underhand Volley

    1. 17

      Volleys a lightweight object using different body parts. S1.PK.17

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    Striking with a Short-Handled Implement

    1. 18

      This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in kindergarten. S1.PK.18

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    Catching with a Short-Handled Implement

    1. 19

      This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in kindergarten.S1.PK.19

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    Striking with a Long-Handled Implement

    1. 20

      his skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 2nd grade.S1.PK.20

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    Jumping Rope

    1. 21

      Demonstrates jumping over a stationary rope several times.S1.PK.21

Concepts and StrategiesS2

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    Space

    1. 1a

      Identifies personal space.S2.PK.1a

    2. 1b

      Identifies general space.S2.PK.1b

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    Pathways, Shapes, & Levels

    1. 2a

      Travels forward and sideways while changing directions quickly in response to a signal.S2.PK.2a

    2. 2b

      Identifies three pathways (straight, curved, and zigzag).S2.PK.2b

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    Speed, Direction, & Force

    1. 3

      Demonstrates the relationship of over, under, through, behind, next to, right, left, up, down, forward, backward, and in front of by using the body and/or object.S2.PK.3

Health-Enhancing Level of Physical Activity and FitnessS3

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    Physical Activity Knowledge

    1. 1

      Identifies physical activities.S3.PK.1

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    Physical Activity Engagement

    1. 2

      Participates in physical education class.S3.PK.2

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    Fitness Knowledge

    1. 3a

      Participates in activities that increase the heart rate.S3.PK.3a

    2. 3b

      Identifies the chest as a place on the body to feel their heartbeat with one hand.S3.PK.3b

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    Nutrition

    1. 4a

      Identifies foods that fuel your body.S3.PK.4a

    2. 4b

      Recognizes the relationship between nutrition and physical activity.S3.PK.4b

Responsible Personal and Social Behavior S4

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    Personal Responsibility

    1. 1a

      Follows directions in a group setting.S4.PK.1a

    2. 1b

      Responds to signals when transitioning from one activity to another. S4.PK.1b

    3. 1c

      Recognizes that practice helps skill development. S4.PK.1c

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    Corrective Feedback

    1. 2

      Uses verbal and visual cues to improve skill performance.S4.PK.2

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    Accepting Feedback

    1. 3a

      Identifies the importance of corrective feedback on performance. S4.PK.3a

    2. 3b

      Responds to an adult when asked.S4.PK.3b

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    Working with Others

    1. 4

      Exhibits strategies for dealing with conflicts, such as sharing, taking turns, and compromising.S4.PK.4

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    Rules and Etiquette

    1. 5

      Shows awareness for the established protocol for classroom activities.S4.PK.5

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    Safety

    1. 6a

      Appropriately handles materials and equipment. S4.PK.6a

    2. 6b

      Follows basic safety rules with adult guidance and support.S4.PK.6b

Recognizes the Value of Physical ActivityS5

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    Health

    1. 1

      Recognizes that physical activity can be fun and enjoyable.S5.PK.1

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    Challenge

    1. 2

      Identifies some physical activities that can be challenging.  S5.PK.2

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    Self Expression and Enjoyment

    1. 3a

      Demonstrates enjoyment of playing with other children.S5.PK.3a

    2. 3b

      Shows satisfaction or seeks acknowledgment when completing a task or solving a problem.S5.PK.3b

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