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

  • 4.

    Uses various locomotor skills in a variety of small-sided practice tasks, dance and educational gymnastics experiences.S1.E1.4

  • 4.

    Runs for distance using a mature pattern.S1.E2.4

  • 4.

    Uses spring-and-step take-offs and landings specific to gymnastics.S1.E3.4

  • 4.

    Combines locomotor movement patterns and dance steps to create and perform an original rhythmic activity/dance.S1.E5.4

  • 4.

    Combines traveling with manipulative skills of dribbling, throwing, catching and striking in teacher- and/or student-designed small-sided practice tasks.S1.E6.4

  • 4.

    Balances on different bases of support on apparatus, demonstrating levels and shapes.S1.E7.4

  • 4.

    Transfers weight from feet to hands varying speed and using large extensions (e.g., mule kick, handstand, cartwheel).S1.E8.4

  • 4.

    Moves into and out of balances on apparatus with curling, twisting and stretching actions.S1.E10.4

  • 4.

    Combines locomotor and movement concepts (levels, shapes, extensions, pathways, force, time, flow) to create and perform a dance with a partner.S1.E11.4

  • 4.

    Combines traveling with balance and weight transfers to create a movement sequence with and without equipment or apparatus.S1.E12.4

  • 4.

    Throws underhand to a partner or target with reasonable force and accuracy.S1.E13.4

  • 4a.

    Throws overhand using a mature pattern in non-dynamic environments.S1.E14.4a

  • 4b.

    Throws overhand to a partner or at a target with accuracy at a reasonable distance.S1.E14.4b

  • 4.

    Throws to a moving partner with reasonable accuracy in a non-dynamic environment.S1.E15.4

  • 4.

    Catches a thrown ball above the head, at chest/waist level and below the waist using a mature pattern in a non-dynamic environment.S1.E16.4

  • 4a.

    Dribbles in self-space with both the dominant and the non-dominant hand using a mature pattern.S1.E17.4a

  • 4b.

    Dribbles in general space with control of ball and body while increasing and decreasing speed.S1.E17.4b

  • 4.

    Dribbles with the feet in general space with control of ball and body while increasing and decreasing speed.S1.E18.4

  • 4a.

    Receives and passes a ball with the insides of the feet to a moving partner in a non-dynamic environment.S1.E19.4a

  • 4b.

    Receives and passes a ball with the outsides and insides of the feet to a stationary partner, "giving" on reception before returning the pass.S1.E19.4b

  • 4.

    Dribbles with hands or feet in combination with other skills (e.g., passing, receiving, shooting).S1.E20.4

  • 4.

    Kicks along the ground and in the air, and punts using mature patterns.S1.E21.4

  • 4.

    Strikes/volleys with a two-hand overhead pattern, sending a ball upward while demonstrating four of the five critical elements of a mature pattern.S1.E23.4

  • 4a.

    Strikes an object with a short-handled implement while demonstrating a mature pattern.S1.E24.4a

  • 4b.

    Strikes an object with a short-handled implement, alternating hits with a partner over a low net or against a wall.S1.E24.4b

  • 4.

    Strikes an object with a long-handled implement (e.g., hockey stick, golf club, bat, tennis racket), while demonstrating three of the five critical elements of a mature pattern for the implement.S1.E25.4

  • 4.

    Creates a jump-rope routine with either a short or long rope.S1.E27.4

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

  • 4a.

    Applies skill concepts in spaces to combination skills involving traveling, (e.g., dribbling and traveling).S2.E1.4a

  • 4b.

    Applies the concept of closing spaces in small-sided practice tasks.S2.E1.4b

  • 4c.

    Dribbles in general space with changes in direction and speed.S2.E1.4c

  • 4.

    Combines movement concepts with skills in small-sided practice physical activities.S2.E2.4

  • 4a.

    Applies the movement concepts with effort concepts and locomotor or manipulative concepts.S2.E3.4a

  • 4b.

    Applies effort concepts when striking an object with a short-handled implement, sending it toward a designated target.S2.E3.4b

  • 4.

    Applies simply strategies/tactics to relationship concepts in small-sided physical activities.S2.E4.4

  • 4.

    Uses technology or other resources to recognize different levels of fitness.S2.E6.4

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

  • 4.

    Analyzes opportunities for participating in physical activity outside physical education class.S3.E1.4

  • 4.

    Actively engages in the activities of physical education class, both teacher-directed and independent.S3.E2.4

  • 4.

    Identifies the components of health-related fitness.S3.E3.4

  • 4.

    Demonstrates warm-up and cool-down relative to the cardio-respiratory fitness assessment.S3.E4.4

  • 4a.

    Completes fitness assessments (pre- and post-).S3.E5.4a

  • 4b.

    Identifies areas of needed remediation from personal test and, with teacher assistance, identifies strategies for progress in those areas.S3.E5.4b

  • 4.

    Discusses the importance of hydration and hydration choices relative to physical activities.S3.E6.4

  • 4.

    Discuss what types of situations cause stress.S3.E7.4

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

  • 4.

    Exhibits responsible behavior in independent group situations.S4.E1.4

  • 4a.

    Resolves conflicts in a socially acceptable manner.S4.E2.4a

  • 4b.

    Exhibits respect for self with developmentally appropriate behavior while engaging in physical activity.S4.E2.4b

  • 4.

    Listens respectfully to corrective feedback from others (e.g., peers, adults).S4.E3.4

  • 4a.

    Praises the movement performance of others both more- and less-skilled.S4.E4.4a

  • 4b.

    Accepts "players" of all skill levels into the physical activity.S4.E4.4b

  • 4c.

    Recognizes and understands individual uniqueness and diversity.S4.E4.4c

  • 4a.

    Exhibits etiquette and adherence to rules in a variety of physical activities.S4.E5.4a

  • 4b.

    Exhibits the fundamentals of good sportsmanship.S4.E5.4b

  • 4.

    Works safely with peers and equipment in physical activity settings.S4.E6.4

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

  • 4.

    Examines the health benefits of participating in physical activity.S5.E1.4

  • 4.

    Recognizes the enjoyment of participating in challenging and mastered physical activities.S5.E2.4

  • 4.

    Recognizes the enjoyment of participating in different physical activities.S5.E3.4

  • 4.

    Describes and compares the positive social interactions when engaged in partner, small-group and large-group physical activities.S5.E4.4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 4
When were these standards adopted?
2014