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K–12 Standards

Grade K

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Demonstrates competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.

  • K.

    Performs locomotor skills (walking, hopping, galloping, running, sliding, skipping) while maintaining balance.S1.E1.K

  • K.

    Performs jumping and landing actions with balance (horizontal).S1.E3.K

  • K.

    Performs jumping and landing actions with balance (vertical).S1.E4.K

  • K.

    Performs locomotor skills in response to teacher-led creative rhythms.S1.E5.K

  • a.

    Maintains momentary stillness on different bases of support (e.g., one body part, combinations of body parts, wide base, narrow base).S1.E7.K.a

  • b.

    Forms wide, narrow, curled and twisted body shapes.S1.E7.K.b

  • K.

    Rolls sideways in a narrow body shape.S1.E9.K

  • K.

    Contrasts the actions of curling and stretching.S1.E10.K

  • K.

    Throws underhand with opposite foot forward.S1.E13.K

  • a.

    Drops a ball and catches it before it bounces twice.S1.E16.K.a

  • b.

    Catches a large ball tossed by a skilled thrower.S1.E16.K.b

  • K.

    Dribbles a ball with one hand, attempting the second contact.S1.E17.K

  • K.

    Taps a ball using the inside of the foot, sending it forward.S1.E18.K

  • K.

    Kicks a stationary ball from a stationary position, demonstrating two of the five elements of a mature kicking pattern.S1.E21.K

  • K.

    Volleys a lightweight object (balloon), sending it upward.S1.E22.K

  • K.

    Strikes a lightweight object with a paddle or short-handled racket.S1.E24.K

  • a.

    Executes a single jump with self-turned rope.S1.E27.K.a

  • b.

    Jumps a long rope with teacher-assisted turning.S1.E27.K.b

Applies knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies and tactics related to movement and performance.

  • a.

    Differentiates between movement in personal (self-space) and general space.S2.E1.K.a

  • b.

    Moves in personal space to a rhythm.S2.E1.K.b

  • K.

    Travels in three different pathways (e.g., zig-zag, curved, straight).S2.E2.K

  • K.

    Travels in general space with different speeds.S2.E3.K

  • K.

    Identify body parts (e.g., head, shoulders, knees, chest elbows, hands and feet).S2.E4.K

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.

  • K.

    Identifies active play opportunities outside physical education class (to include indoor and outdoor recess).S3.E1.K

  • K.

    Actively participates in physical education class.S3.E2.K

  • K.

    Recognizes that when you move fast, your heart beats faster and you breathe faster.S3.E3.K

  • K.

    Recognizes that food provides energy for physical activity.S3.E6.K

Exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.

  • K.

    Follows directions in group settings (e.g., safe behaviors, following rules, taking turns).S4.E1.K

  • K.

    Acknowledges responsibility for behavior when prompted (e.g., thumbs up, fist of five, reflective listening).S4.E2.K

  • K.

    Follows instruction/directions when prompted.S4.E3.K

  • K.

    Shares equipment and space with others.S4.E4.K

  • K.

    Recognizes the established protocol for class activities.S4.E5.K

  • K.

    Follows teacher directions for safe participation and proper use of equipment with minimal reminders.S4.E6.K

Recognizes the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.

  • K.

    Recognizes that physical activity is important for good health.S5.E1.K

  • K.

    Acknowledges that some physical activities are challenging/difficult.S5.E2.K

  • a.

    Identifies physical activities that are enjoyable.S5.E3.K.a

  • b.

    Discusses the enjoyment of playing with friends.S5.E3.K.b

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Kindergarten
When were these standards adopted?
2015
Where can I read the official document?
North Dakota Physical Education Content Standards

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