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K–12 Standards

Grade 2

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The physically literate individual demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.

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    Skips using a mature pattern.S1.E1.2.a

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    Runs with a mature pattern.S1.E2.2.a

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    Demonstrates 4 of the 5 critical elements for jumping and landing in a horizontal plane using a variety of take-offs and landingsS1.E3.2.a

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    Demonstrates 4 of the 5 critical elements for jumping and landing in a vertical planeS1.E3.2.b

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    Performs a teacher and/or student designed rhythmic activity with correct response to simple rhythms.S1.E4.2.a

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    Balances on different bases of support, combining levels and shapesS1.E6.2.a

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    Balances in an inverted position with stillness and supportive baseS1.E6.2.b

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    Transfers weight from feet to different body parts/bases of support for balance and/or travelS1.E7.2.a

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    Rolls in different directions with either a narrow or curled body shapeS1.E7.2.b

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    Differentiates among twisting, curling, bending, and stretching.S1.E8.2.a

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    Performs various activities that involve crossing the mid-line.S1.E8.2.b

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    Combines balances and transfers into a three-part sequence, i.e., dance or gymnastics.S1.E9.2.a

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    Throws underhand using a mature pattern.S1.E10.2.a

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    Throws overhand demonstrating 2 of the 5 critical elements of a mature pattern.S1.E11.2.a

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    Catches various sizes of balls self-tossed or tossed by a skilled thrower.S1.E12.2.a

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    Catches a self-tossed or well-thrown large ball with hands, not trapping or cradling against the body.S1.E12.2.b

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    Dribbles in self-space with preferred hand demonstrating a mature pattern.S1.E13.2.a

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    Dribbles using preferred hand while in general space.S1.E13.2.b

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    Dribbles with feet in general space with control of ball and body.S1.E14.2.a

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    Uses a continuous running approach and kicks a moving ball, demonstrating 3 of the 5 critical elements of a mature pattern.S1.E17.2.a

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    Volleys an object upward with consecutive hits.S1.E18.2.a

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    Strikes and object upward with a short-handled implement, using consecutive hits.S1.E20.2.a

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    Strikes a ball off a tee or cone with a bat, using correct grip and side-orientation/proper body orientation.S1.E21.2.a

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    Jumps a self-turned (short) rope forward and backward with a mature form.S1.E22.2.a

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    Jumps a long rope consecutively with student and/or teacher turners.S1.E22.2.b

The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics related to movement and performance.

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    Combines locomotor skills in general and self-space to a rhythm.S2.E1.2.a

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    Combines shapes, levels and pathways into simple travel, dance, and gymnastic sequences.S2.E2.2.a

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    Varies time and force with gradual increases and decreases.S2.E3.2.a

The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.

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    Describes large motor and/or manipulative physical activities for participation outside of physical education class. (e.g., before and after school, at home, at the park, with friends, with family).S3.E1.2.a

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    Actively engages in physical education class in response to instruction and practice.S3.E2.2.a

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    Identifies the heart as a muscle that gets stronger with exercise, play, and physical activity.S3.E3.2.a

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    Uses own body resistance for developing strengthS3.E4.2.a

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    Identifies physical activities that contribute to health-related fitnessS3.E4.2.b

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    Recognizes the good health balance of nutrition and physical activity.S3.E7.2.a

The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.

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    Accepts personal responsibility by using equipment and space appropriately with minimal teacher prompting.S4.E1.2.a

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    Accepts responsibilities by following the rules and parameters of the learning environment.S4.E1.2.b

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    Accepts and responds appropriately to specific corrective feedback from the teacher.S4.E2.2.a

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    Works independently with others in partner environmentsS4.E3.2.a

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    Actively participates with classmates without regard to personal differences.S4.E3.2.b

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    Recognizes the role of rules and fair play in teacher designed physical activities.S4.E4.2.a

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    Works independently and safely in physical education.S4.E5.2.a

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    Work safely with physical education equipment.S4.E5.2.b

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    Recognizes sun safe practicesS4.E6.2.a

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    Recognizes aquatic safety practicesS4.E6.2.b

The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.

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    Recognizes the value of good health balance.S5.E1.2.a

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    Compares physical activities that build confidence and provide challenge.S5.E2.2.a

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    Identifies and discusses physical activities that provide enjoyment and/or self-expression.S5.E3.2.a

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    Demonstrates socially acceptable conflict resolution skills.S5.E4.K-2.a

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 2
When were these standards adopted?
2015
Where can I read the official document?
Arizona Physical Education Standards

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