Third Grade Benchmarks

1. Demonstrates the ability to use locomotor movements and combinations in

simple dances or other movement sequences. (3.1)

2. Demonstrates catching and throwing patterns with balls and other

appropriate objects. (3.2)

3. Refines the skills of striking and dribbling. (3.3)

4. Understands that games have rules and boundaries and puts that knowledge

into practice. (3.4)

5. Performs the skills of kicking, passing, and trapping. (3.5)

6. Demonstrates the ability to successfully strike or volley an object against the

wall using the hand or a short racquet. (3.6)

7. Applies throwing, catching, and striking skills in small-sided lead up games.

(3.7)

8. Recalls all of the components of health-related fitness. (3.8)

9. Completes a modified version of health-enhancing personal fitness

assessment. (3.9)

10. Understands that participation in physical activity is a conscious choice.

(3.10)

11. Understands the meaning of “aerobic” and identifies various aerobic

activities. (3.11)

12. Identifies the community resources available for participation in regular

physical activity. (3.12)

13. Follows proper safety methods and recognizes potential risks associated

with physical activities. (3.13)

14. Interacts positively with others regardless of differences. (3.14)

15. Identifies positive behaviors and comments to use during play situations.

(3.15)

16. Uses several conflict resolution strategies in game play situations. (3.16)