Kindergarten
Other Maryland Physical Education sets
Other Maryland Physical Education sets
Motor Skills and Movement PatternsS1
Hopping, Galloping, Jogging, Running, Sliding, and Skipping
- 1
Performs locomotor skills with balance.S1.K.1
- 1
Jogging for Distance
- 2
This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 2nd grade.S1.K.2
- 2
Jumping and Landing
- 3
Performs horizontal and vertical jumping and landing actions with balance.S1.K.3
- 3
Dance
- 4
Performs locomotor skills in response to teacher-led creative dance. S1.K.4
- 4
Balance
- 5a
Maintains balance on different bases of support. S1.K.5a
- 5b
Forms wide, narrow, curled, and twisted body shapes.S1.K.5b
- 5a
Weight Transfer
- 6
This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 1st grade.S1.K.6
- 6
Weight Transfer - Rolling
- 7
Demonstrates rolling sideways in a narrow body shape. S1.K.7
- 7
Curling, Stretching, Twisting, and Bending
- 8
Contrasts the actions of curling and stretching.S1.K.8
- 8
Combinations - Balance and Weight Transfers
- 9
This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 2nd grade. S1.K.9
- 9
Rolling a Ball
- 10
Rolls a ball with the opposite foot forward.S1.K.10
- 10
Underhand Throw
- 11
Demonstrates an underhand throw with the opposite foot forward. S1.K.11
- 11
Overhand Throw
- 12
This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 2nd grade.S1.K.12
- 12
Catching
- 13a
Drops a ball and catches it before it bounces twice.S1.K.13a
- 13b
Catches a large ball tossed by a skilled thrower. S1.K.13b
- 13a
Dribbling with Hands
- 14
Dribbles a ball with 1 hand, attempting the second contact.S1.K.14
- 14
Dribbling with Feet
- 15
Taps a ball using the inside of the foot, sending it forward. S1.K.15
- 15
Kicking
- 16
Kicks a stationary ball from a stationary position, demonstrating some critical elements.S1.K.16
- 16
Underhand Volley
- 17
Volleys a lightweight object, sending it upward.S1.K.17
- 17
Striking with a Short-Handled Implement
- 18
Strikes a lightweight object with a paddle or short-handled racket.S1.K.18
- 18
Catching with a Short-Handled Implement
- 19
Drops a ball and catches it with a short-handled implement before the ball bounces twice in a nondynamic environment. S1.K.19
- 19
Striking with a Long-Handled Implement
- 20
This skill becomes a developmentally appropriate practice beginning in 2nd grade.S1.K.20
- 20
Jumping Rope
- 21a
Executes a single jump with a self-turned rope.S1.K.21a
- 21b
Jumps a long rope with teacher-assisted turning. S1.K.21b
- 21a
Concepts and StrategiesS2
Space
- 1a
Identifies personal space.S2.PK.1a
- 1b
Identifies general space.S2.PK.1b
- 1a
Pathways, Shapes, & Levels
- 2a
Travels forward and sideways while changing directions quickly in response to a signal.S2.PK.2a
- 2b
Identifies three pathways (straight, curved, and zigzag).S2.PK.2b
- 2a
Speed, Direction, & Force
- 3
Demonstrates the relationship of over, under, through, behind, next to, right, left, up, down, forward, backward, and in front of by using the body and/or object.S2.PK.3
- 3
HEALTH-ENHANCING LEVEL OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND FITNESSS3
Physical Activity Knowledge
- 1
Identifies active play opportunities outside of physical education class.S3.GK.1
- 1
Physical Activity Engagement
- 2
Participates in physical education class.S3.GK.2
- 2
Fitness Knowledge
- 3a
Participates in activities that increase the heart rate.S3.GK.3a
- 3b
Identifies the chest as a place on the body to feel their heartbeat with one hand. S3.GK.3b
- 3a
Nutrition
- 4a
Identifies foods that fuel your body.S3.GK.4a
- 4b
Recognizes the relationship between nutrition and physical activity.S3.GK.4b
- 4a
Responsible Personal and Social BehaviorS4
Personal Responsibility
- 1a
Follows directions in a group setting.S4.PK.1a
- 1b
Responds to signals when transitioning from one activity to another.S4.PK.1b
- 1c
Recognizes that practice helps skill development. S4.PK.1c
- 1a
Corrective Feedback
- 2
Uses verbal and visual cues to improve skill performance. S4.PK.2
- 2
Accepting Feedback
- 3a
Identifies the importance of corrective feedback on performance. S4.PK.3a
- 3b
Responds to an adult when asked.S4.PK.3b
- 3a
Working with Others
- 4
Exhibits strategies for dealing with conflicts, such as sharing, taking turns, and compromising. S4.PK.4
- 4
Rules and Etiquette
- 5
Shows awareness for the established protocol for classroom activities.S4.PK.5
- 5
Safety
- 6a
Appropriately handles materials and equipment.S4.PK.6a
- 6b
Follows basic safety rules with adult guidance and support.S4.PK.6b
- 6a
Recognizes the Value of Physical ActivityS5
Health
- 1
Recognizes that physical activity can be fun and enjoyable.S5.PK.1
- 1
Challenge
- 2
Identifies some physical activities that can be challenging. S5.PK.2
- 2
Self-Expression and Enjoyment
- 3a
Demonstrates enjoyment of playing with other children.S5.PK.3a
- 3b
Shows satisfaction or seeks acknowledgment when completing a task or solving a problem.S5.PK.3b
- 3a
Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Kindergarten
- Where can I read the official document?
- Maryland Physical Education Framework: Pre-Kindergarten Through High School
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