The first trimester will focus on learning how to and being able to perform different movement concepts, skills, and physical activities like the ones listed below. The class will learn the rules and techniques required to play volleyball, flag football and soccer. We will also continue our exercises, and learn new games for the playground.
This includes items such as:
Chase, flee, moving away from others
Jumping rope (forward and backwards)
Hand position when catching
Changing speeds and direction
Catching/throwing a ball with accuracy
Hand and foot dribbling
Some sports or activities;
Volleyball/Prisoner Volleyball (September)
Recess and Cooperative Games (October)
Soccer
Kickball
Jump Rope (March)
Football (no games just skills such as throwing, catching, punting, etc)
Fitness (March/April)
Also learning the rules to many games - translate to recess games
*Grading for 3rd Grade is based on a few main things: Participation, Attitude/Behavior, Effort, and T.I.G.E.R Values