K-2 Physical Education

-Low Organizational Games

-Soccer

-Outdoor Tag Games

-Throwing and Catching Games

-Indoor Manipulative Objects

-Rhythm and Musical Movement

-Scooter Board Activities

-Floor/ Hand Hockey

-Basketball

-Throwing and Catching Review

-Low Organizational Games

-Outdoor Tag Games

-Relay Race/ Field Day Activities

Massachussetts Learning Standards

By the end of grade 5

Through the study of Motor Skill Development students will

2.1 Apply movement concepts including direction, balance, level (high, low), pathway (straight, curve, zigzag), range (expansive, narrow), and force absorption (rigid, with bent knees) to extend versatility and improve physical performance In pairs, students practice throwing and catching different objects, then hitting a target. Observe partner and use movement concepts to provide feedback

2.2 Use a variety of manipulative (throwing, catching, striking), locomotor (walking, running, skipping, hopping, galloping, sliding, jumping, leaping), and non-locomotor (twisting, balancing, extending) skills as individuals and in teams

2.3 Perform rhythm routines, including dancing, to demonstrate fundamental movement skills Through the study of Fitness students will

2.4 Identify physical and psychological changes that result from participation in a variety of physical activities

2.5 Explain the benefits of physical fitness to good health and increased active lifestyle

2.6 Identify the major behaviors that contribute to wellness (exercise, nutrition, hygiene, rest, and recreation, refraining from using tobacco, alcohol, and other substances) Through the study of Personal and Social Competency students will

2.7 Demonstrate responsible personal and social conduct used in physical activity settings