* SECOND GRADE |
Physical Education Power Standards |
Objectives |
2.1 - Demonstrates smooth transitions using locomotor skills (e.g. - run, walk, skip, leap, slide) in movement sequences. |
2.2 - Performs rhythmical sequences related to simple folk dance or ribbon routines. |
2.3 - Performs a variety of manipulative skills such as kicking a stationary and rolling ball with strong force while maintaining good balance, jumping with one- and two-feet takeoffs and landing with good balance, and jumping a self-turned rope. |
2.4 - Demonstrates the ability to use an overhand throw for distance with good force. |
2.5 - Demonstrates the key elements for throwing, catching, striking and other manipulative skills (e.g., in the overhand throw uses correct body position, steps with opposition, elbow leads the throw, rotates hips). |
2.6 - Identifies strategies of simple games (e.g., faking/dodging to avoid being tagged). |
2.7 - Demonstrates fundamental principles of maintaining balance (e.g., establishing a wide base of support). |
2.8 - Participates in activities for increasing amounts of time that are enjoyable and challenging. |
2.9 - Performs abdominal curl-ups, modified push-ups, oblique curl-ups, forward and side lunges, squats, and triceps push-ups from a chair or bench, to enhance endurance and increase muscle efficiency. |
2.10 - Describes how muscle strength and muscle endurance enhance motor skill performance. |
2.11 - Explains why it is safer to stretch a warm muscle than a cold muscle. |
2.12 - Demonstrates respect for self (e.g., accepts responsibility for one's actions), others (e.g., encourages others), and game rules by participating positively in physical activity settings. |