Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Grade 3

Other South Dakota Physical Education sets

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

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    Leaps using a mature pattern.S1.E1.3

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    Travels showing differentiation between sprinting and running.S1.E2.3

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    Jumps and lands in the horizontal and vertical planes using a mature pattern.S1.E3.3

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    Performs teacher-selected and developmentally appropriate rhythmic activity/dance steps and movement patterns.S1.E5.3

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    Performs a sequence of locomotor skills, transitioning from one skill to another smoothly/without hesitation.S1.E6.3

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    Balances on different bases of support, demonstrating muscle tension and extensions of free body parts.S1.E7.3

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    Transfers weight from feet to hands for momentary weight support.S1.E8.3

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    Moves into and out of gymnastics balances with curling, twisting and stretching actions.S1.E10.3

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    Combines locomotor skills and movement concepts (levels, shapes, extensions, pathways, force, time, flow) to create and perform a dance.S1.E11.3

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    Combines balance and weight transfers with movement concepts to create and perform a movement pattern.S1.E12.3

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    Throws underhand to a partner or target with reasonable accuracy.S1.E13.3

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    Throws overhand, demonstrating three of the five critical elements of a mature pattern, in non-dynamic environments, for distance and/or force.S1.E14.3

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    Catches a gently tossed hand-sized ball from a partner, demonstrating four of the five critical elements of a mature pattern.S1.E16.3

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    Dribbles and travels in general space at slow to moderate jogging speed with control of ball and body.S1.E17.3

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    Dribbles with the feet in general space at slow to moderate jogging speed with control of ball and body.S1.E18.3

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    Receives and passes a ball with the inside of the foot to a stationary partner, "giving" on reception before returning the pass.S1.E19.3

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    Uses a continuous running approach and intentionally performs a kick along the ground and a kick in the air, demonstrating four of the five critical elements of a mature pattern for each.S1.E21.3a

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    Uses a continuous running approach and kicks a stationary ball for accuracy.S1.E21.3b

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    Volleys an object with an underhand or sidearm striking pattern, sending it forward over a net, to the wall or over a line to a partner, while demonstrating three of the five critical elements of a mature pattern.S1.E22.3

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    Strikes an object with a short-handled implement, sending it forward over a low net or to a wall.S1.E24.3a

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    Strikes an object with a short-handled implement while demonstrating three of the five critical elements of a mature pattern.S1.E24.3b

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    Strikes an object with a long-handled implement, sending it forward, while using proper grip for the implement (e.g., hockey stick, bat, golf club).S1.E25.3

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    Performs intermediate jump-rope skills (e.g., a variety of tricks, running in/out of long rope) for both long and short ropes.S1.E27.3

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

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    Recognizes the concept of open spaces in a movement context.S2.E1.3

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    Utilizes levels and pathways during locomotor skills specific to a wide variety of physical activities.S2.E2.3

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    Combines movement concepts with effort concepts.S2.E3.3

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    Utilizes relationship concepts in large groups.S2.E4.3

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    Acknowledges technology or other resources can be utilized to gather information about fitness.S2.E6.3

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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    Identifies physical activity benefits as a way to become healthier.S3.E1.3

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    Engages in the activities of physical education class with teacher guidance.S3.E2.3

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    Describes the concept of fitness and provides examples of physical activity to enhance fitness.S3.E3.3

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    Recognizes the importance of warm-up and cool-down relative to vigorous physical activity.S3.E4.3

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    Demonstrates, with teacher direction, the health-related fitness components.S3.E5.3

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    Identifies foods that are beneficial for pre- and post-physical activity.S3.E6.3

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    Identify what stress is.S3.E7.3

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

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    Exhibits personal responsibility in teacher-directed activities.S4.E1.3

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    Reflects on personal social behavior in physical activity.S4.E2.3a

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    Exhibits respect for self with developmentally appropriate behavior while engaging in physical activity.S4.E2.3b

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    Accepts and implements specific corrective teacher feedback.S4.E3.3

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    Works cooperatively with others.S4.E4.3a

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    Praises others for their success in movement performance.S4.E4.3b

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    Recognizes and understands individual uniqueness and diversity.S4.E4.3c

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    Recognizes the role of rules and etiquette in physical activity with peers.S4.E5.3a

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    Exhibits the fundamentals of good sportsmanship.S4.E5.3b

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    Works independently and safely with equipment with minimal teacher reminders.S4.E6.3

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

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    Discusses the relationship between physical activity, healthy lifestyle, and brain health.S5.E1.3

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    Discusses the challenge that comes from learning a new physical activity.S5.E2.3

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    Reflects on the reasons for enjoying various physical activities.S5.E3.3

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    Describes the positive social interactions that come when engaged with others in physical activity.S5.E4.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 3
When were these standards adopted?
2014

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