Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Grade K

Other Indiana Physical Education sets

The physically literate individual will demonstrate competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.K.1

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    Locomotor Skills

    1. 1

       Locomotor (Hopping, galloping, running, sliding, skipping, leaping, walking, running)K.1.1

      1. A

        Performs emerging patterns in locomotor skills (walk, run, leap, hop, gallop, slide, and skip) while maintaining balance (such as when you hear the color of your shirt leap over a pillow).K.1.1.A

      2. B

        Perform mature patterns in locomotor skills (walk).K.1.1.B

    2. 2

      Locomotor (Jumping and landing in a horizontal and vertical plane)K.1.2

      1. A

        Performs jumping and landing actions with balance (such as when you hear the color of your shirt, jump over a line on the floor).K.1.2.A

    3. 3

      Locomotor (Dance, Rhythm, Combinations) K.1.3

      1. A

        Performs dance (rhythmic) activities in response to teacher led creative activities. K.1.3.A

    4. 4

      Non-LocomotorK.1.4

      1. A

        Performs emerging patterns in nonlocomotor skills (such as bend, twist, turn, sway, stretch) in exploratory and a stable environment. K.1.4.A

    5. 5

      Non-Locomotor (Balance)K.1.5

      1. A

        Maintains momentary balance (such as wide, narrow, curled and twisted body shapes) on different bases of support (such as walking on the floor). K.1.5.A

    6. 6

      Non-Locomotor (Weight Transfer)K.1.6

      1. A

        Developmentally appropriate/emerging outcomes first appear in grade one.K.1.6.A

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    Manipulative Skills

    1. 7

      Manipulative Skills (Throw)K.1.7

      1. A

        Throws underhand and overhand with opposite foot forward demonstrating an emerging pattern.K.1.7.A

    2. 8

      Manipulative Skills (Pass with Hands)K.1.8

      1. A

        Developmentally appropriate/emerging outcomes first appear in grade four.K.1.8.A

    3. 9

       Manipulative Skills (Catch)K.1.9

      1. A

        Drops a ball and catches it before it bounces twice.K.1.9.A

      2. B

        Catches a large ball tossed by a skilled thrower.K.1.9.B

    4. 10

      Manipulative Skills (Hand Dribble)K.1.10

      1. A

        Dribbles a ball with one hand, attempting the second contact.K.1.10.A

    5. 11

      Manipulative Skills (Foot Pass/Kick)K.1.11

      1. A

        Demonstrates an emerging pattern while passing or kicking from a stationary position, demonstrating two of the five critical elements of a mature kicking pattern. K.1.11.A

    6. 12

      Manipulative Skills (Foot Dribble)K.1.12

      1. A

        Soft taps a ball using the inside of the foot, sending it forward.K.1.12.A

    7. 13

      Manipulative Skills (Foot Trap Receive)K.1.13

      1. A

        Performs emerging pattern while receiving with the preferred foot when stationary. K.1.13.A

    8. 14

      Manipulative Skills (Strike/Volley, Hands and Arms)K.1.14

      1. A

        Volley a lightweight object (such as a balloon), sending it upward with an open palm. K.1.14.A

    9. 15

      Manipulative Skills (Strike with Implement)K.1.15

      1. A

        Strikes a lightweight object with a paddle or short-handled racketK.1.15.A

    10. 16

      Manipulative Skills (Jump Rope)K.1.16

      1. A

        Practices single and group jump roping frequently after watching the activities modeled for them.K.1.16.A

The physically literate individual applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics related to movement and performance. K.2

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    Movement Concepts and Strategies

    1. 1

      SpaceK.2.1

      1. A

        Differentiates between movement in personal space and general space at a slow to moderate speed. K.2.1.A

      2. B

        Moves in personal space to a rhythm.K.2.1.B

    2. 2

      Pathways, Shapes, LevelsK.2.2

      1. A

        Travels in three different pathways (such as moving in various patterns: straight, curved). K.2.2.A

    3. 3

      Speed, Direction, ForceK.2.3

      1. A

        Travels in general space with different speeds (such as traveling at various speeds in skill development activities).K.2.3.A

    4. 4

      Strategies and TacticsK.2.4

      1. A

        Developmentally appropriate/ emerging outcomes first appear in grade threeK.2.4.A

The physically literate individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness. K.3

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    Physical Activity

    1. 1

      Physical Activity KnowledgeK.3.1

      1. A

        Recognizes active play opportunities outside physical education class.K.3.1.A

    2. 2

      Engages in Physical ActivityK.3.2

      1. A

        Actively participates in physical education class. K.3.2.A

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    Fitness

    1. 3

      Fitness KnowledgeK.3.3

      1. A

        Recognizes that when you move fast, your heart beats faster and you breathe faster. K.3.3.A

    2. 4

      Fitness Assessment & Wellness PlanningK.3.4

      1. A

        Developmentally appropriate/ emerging outcomes first appear in grade three.K.3.4.A

    3. 5

      Body SystemsK.3.5

      1. A

        Recognizes basic structure and function of body systems (such as the heart is a muscle, bones make up the skeletal system).K.3.5.A

    4. 6

      NutritionK.3.6

      1. A

        Identifies health and unhealthy foods and recognizes that food provides energy for physical activity.K.3.6.A

The physically literate individual exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others. K.4

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    Responsible Personal and Social Behavior 

    1. 1

      Personal ResponsibilityK.4.1

      1. A

        Follows directions in group settings (such as safe behaviors, following rules, taking turns).K.4.1.A

      2. B

        Demonstrates responsible behavior when prompted.K.4.1.B

    2. 2

      Accepting FeedbackK.4.2

      1. A

        Follow instructions/directions when prompted.K.4.2.A

    3. 3

      Working with OthersK.4.3

      1. A

        Shares equipment and space with others.K.4.3.A

    4. 4

      Rules & EtiquetteK.4.4

      1. A

        Recognizes the established protocols for class activities. K.4.4.A

    5. 5

      SafetyK.4.5

      1. A

        Follows teacher directions for safe participation and proper use of equipment with minimal reminders.K.4.5.A

The physically literate individual recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self expression and/or social interaction. K.5

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    Valuing Health, Enjoyment, Challenge, Self Expression, and Social Interaction

    1. 1

      HealthK.5.1

      1. A

        Recognizes that physical activity is important for good health.K.5.1.A

    2. 2

      ChallengeK.5.2

      1. A

        Understands that some physical activities are challenging. K.5.2.A

    3. 3

      Self-expression and EnjoymentK.5.3

      1. A

        Identifies physical activities that are enjoyable. K.5.3.A

    4. 4

      Social InteractionK.5.4

      1. A

        Recognizes that physical activity can help develop friendships.K.5.4.A

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