* 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.