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

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    Demonstrates mature patterns of locomotor skills in dynamic small-sided games, practice tasks, gymnastics and dance.S1.E1.5.a

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    Combines locomotor and manipulative skills in a variety of small-sided practice tasks in game environments.S1.E1.5.b

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    Combines traveling with manipulative skills for execution to a target.S1.E1.5.c

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    Combines locomotor and non-locomotor skills to create rhythmic and gymnastics routines.S1.E1.5.d

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    Applies appropriate pacing for a variety of running distances.S1.E2.5.a

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    Combines jumping and landing patterns with locomotors and manipulative skills in dance, educational gymnastics and small modified games and games environments.S1.E3.5.a

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    Combines locomotor skills in cultural as well as creative dances (self and group) with correct rhythm and pattern.S1.E4.5.a

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    Combines locomotor movement patterns and dance steps to create and perform an original dance.S1.E4.5.b

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    Combines locomotor skills and movement concepts (levels, shapes, extensions, pathways, force, and time, flow) to create and perform a dance with a group.S1.E4.5.c

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    Demonstrates a sequence of balance and weight transfer movements in gymnastics or dance sequence with a partner.S1.E6.5.a

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    Combines actions, balances and weight transfers to create a gymnastics sequence with a partner on equipment or apparatus.S1.E6.5.b

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    Transfers weight from feet to hands, varying speed and using large extensions. (e.g., mule kick, handstand, cartwheel)S1.E7.5.a

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    Performs curling, twisting & stretching actions with correct application in dance, gymnastics, and small modified games in games environments.S1.E8.5.a

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    Combines locomotor skills and movement concepts (levels, shapes, extensions, pathways, force, time, flow) to create and perform a dance with a group.S1.E9.5.a

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    Throws underhand using a mature pattern in non-dynamic environments (closed skills), with different sizes and types of objects.S1.E10.5.a

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    Throws underhand to a large target with accuracy.S1.E10.5.b

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    Throws overhand using a mature pattern in non-dynamic environments (closed skills), with different sizes and types of objects.S1.E11.5.a

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    Throws overhand to large target with accuracy.S1.E11.5.b

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    Throws with accuracy, both partners moving.S1.E12.5.a

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    Throws with reasonable accuracy in dynamic, small modified games.S1.E12.5.b

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    Catches a batted ball above the head, at chest or waist level, and along the ground using a mature pattern in a non-dynamic environment(closed skills).S1.E13.5.a

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    Catches with accuracy, both partners moving.S1.E13.5.b

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    Catches with reasonable accuracy in dynamic, small-sided games.S1.E13.5.c

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    Combines hand dribbling with other skills during 1v1 practice tasks.S1.E14.5.a

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    Dribbling with an implement while showing change of direction, speed and control.S1.E14.5.b

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    Combines foot dribbling with other skills in 1v1 practice tasks.S1.E15.5.a

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    Passes with the feet using a mature pattern as both partners travel.S1.E16.5.a

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    Receives a pass with the foot using a mature pattern as both partners travel.S1.E16.5.b

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    Dribbles with hands or feet with mature patterns in a variety of small-sided games.S1.E17.5.a

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    Demonstrates mature patterns in kicking and punting in small-sided practice task environments.S1.E18.5.a

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    Volleys a ball using a mature two-hand overhead pattern sending it upward to a target.S1.E20.5.a

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    Strikes an object consecutively, with a partner, using a short-handled implement, over a net or against a wall, in either a competitive or cooperative game environment.S1.E21.5.a

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    Strikes a pitched ball with a bat using a mature pattern.S1.E22.5.a

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    Combines striking with a long implement (e.g., bat, hockey stick) with receiving and traveling skills in a small-sided game.S1.E22.5.b

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    Combines manipulative skills and traveling for execution to a target (e.g., scoring in soccer, hockey, and basketball).S1.E23.5.a

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    Creates a jump rope routine with a partner, using either a short or long rope.S1.E24.5.a

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

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    Applies the concept of open spaces to combination skills involving locomotor and non locomotor movements for small groups.S2.E1.5.a

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    Applies the concept of closing spaces in small sided practices.S2.E1.5.b

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    Identify boundaries and apply knowledge to small games.S2.E1.5.c

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    Combines movement concepts with skills in small sided practice tasks in game environments, gymnastics and dance with self-direction.S2.E2.5.a

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    Applies movement concepts to strategy in game situations.S2.E3.5.a

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    Applies the concept of direction and force to strike an object with a long handled implement.S2.E3.5.b

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    Analyze movement situations and applies movement concepts (e.g., force, direction, speed, pathways, extensions) in small sided practice tasks in game environments, dance and gymnastics.S2.E3.5.c

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    Applies skills of alignment in all forms of movement.S2.E4.5.a

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    Employs the concept of muscular tension with balance in all forms of movement.S2.E4.5.b

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    Applies basic offensive and defensive strategies and tactics in invasion small-sided practice tasks.S2.E5.5.a

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    Applies basic offensive and defensive strategies and tactics in net/wall small-sided practice tasks.S2.E5.5.b

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    Recognizes the type of throw, volley or striking action needed for different games and sports situations.S2.E5.5.c

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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    Charts and analyzes physical activity outside physical education class for fitness benefits of activities.S3.E1.5.a

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    Actively engages in all the activities of physical education.S3.E2.5.a

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    List, define, and demonstrates the five components of health related fitness.S3.E4.5.a

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    Identifies the need for warm-up & cool-down relative to various physical activities.S3.E4.5.b

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    Identify and apply FITT to a fitness plan (frequency, intensity, time, type).S3.E4.5.c

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    Identify major muscles.S3.E4.5.d

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    Experience how the muscular and skeletal systems work together to allow movement.S3.E4.5.e

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    Identifies the six components of skill related fitness (agility, balance, coordination, speed, reaction time, power).S3.E5.3-5.a

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    Analyzes results of fitness assessment (pre- & post-), comparing results to fitness components for good health.S3.E6.5.a

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    Perform a nationally recognized, criterion references, health related fitness assessment that includes muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, body composition.S3.E6.5.b

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    Identify strategies for progress in fitness areas using FITT strategies.S3.E6.5.c

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    Analyzes the impact of food choices relative to physical activity, youth sports & personal health.S3.E7.5.a

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

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    Engages in physical activity with responsible interpersonal behavior (e.g., peer to peer, student to teacher, student to referee).S4.E1.5.a

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    Gives and receives corrective feedback respectfully to peers and adults.S4.E2.5.a

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    Praises the movement performance of others both more and less-skilled.S4.E3.5.a

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    Accepts players of all skill levels into the physical activity.S4.E3.5.b

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    Assesses adherence to rules, etiquette, and fair play of various games and activities.S4.E4.5.a

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    Applies safety principles with age-appropriate physical activities.S4.E5.5.a

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    Apply sun safe practices.S4.E6.3-5.a

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    Identify appropriate water safety practices.S4.E6.3-5.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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    Compares the health benefits of participation in selected physical activities.S5.E1.5.a

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    Analyzes the personal benefits to participating in an activity that is challenging.S5.E2.5.a

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    Analyzes the personal benefits to participating in an activity that is enjoyable.S5.E3.5.a

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    Analyzes the positive impact of verbal and non-verbal encouragement in physical activity.S5.E4.5.a

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 5
When were these standards adopted?
2015
Where can I read the official document?
Arizona Physical Education Standards