Students will achieve a level of competency in motor skills and movement patterns.

  • 1.

    Demonstrate a well-developed pattern of locomotor skills in small group practice tasks and dance.5.1.1

  • 2.

    Demonstrate a combination of locomotor and manipulative skills in a variety of small group activities.5.1.2

  • 3.

    Create a combination of moving and shooting skills to a scoring target.5.1.3

  • 4.

    Run various distances, demonstrating an understanding of pace for highest performance.5.1.4

  • 5.

    Use locomotor skills in cultural as well as creative dances with correct rhythm and pattern.5.1.5

  • 6.

    Participate in a small group activity or dance using curling, twisting, and stretching actions.5.1.6

  • 7.

    Catch a ball above the head, chest, at waist level, and along the ground using a well-developed pattern, with or without a partner.5.1.7

  • 8.

    Throw and catch a ball while both partners are moving.5.1.8

  • 9.

    Catch and throw a ball with accuracy in small group activities.5.1.9

  • 10.

    Combine foot dribbling with other skills in practice using one-on-one tasks.5.1.10

  • 11.

    Use feet to dribble and pass while moving with a partner.5.1.11

  • 12.

    Dribble with one hand or foot with accuracy in a small group activity.5.1.12

  • 13.

    Volley a ball using a two-hand overhead pattern, sending it upward to a target.5.1.13

  • 14.

    Combine manipulative skills while moving toward a target to execute a score.5.1.14

  • 15.

    Create a jump rope routine with a partner, using either a short or long rope.5.1.15

Students will apply knowledge to attain efficient movement and performance.

  • 1.

    Combine spatial concepts with locomotor and non-locomotor movement in small group and dance activities.5.2.1

  • 2.

    Use movement strategies in small game situations.5.2.2

  • 3.

    Apply direction and force when striking an object with a long-handled implement, sending it toward a designated target.5.2.3

  • 4.

    Use basic offensive and defensive strategies and tactics in small group games.5.2.4

  • 5.

    Distinguish the type of throw, volley or striking action needed for different activities and sporting games.5.2.5

Students will understand the components necessary to maintain a healthy level of fitness to support physical activity.

  • 1.

    Chart and analyze physical activity outside physical education class, identifying the fitness benefits.5.3.1

  • 2.

    Engage in a wide variety of physical activities.5.3.2

  • 3.

    Identify the components of skill-related fitness (e.g., agility, balance, coordination, power, reaction time, speed).5.3.3

  • 4.

    Recognize the need for warm-up and cool-down relative to various physical activities.5.3.4

  • 5.

    Chart results of fitness assessment (pre and post). Compare the results as they relate to good health.5.3.5

  • 6.

    Design a fitness plan to address ways to use physical activity to enhance fitness.5.3.6

  • 7.

    Analyze the impact of food choices and hydration relative to physical activity, sports, and personal health.5.3.7

  • 8.

    Select physical activities to reduce stress outside of class.5.3.8

Students will develop cooperative skills and positive personal behavior through communication and respect for self and others.

  • 1.

    Demonstrate interpersonal behavior with peers and teachers during physical activity.5.4.1

  • 2.

    Exhibit respect for self with appropriate behavior while engaging in physical activity.5.4.2

  • 3.

    Respectfully give feedback to peers.5.4.3

  • 4.

    Accept, recognize, and actively involve others with both higher and lower skill abilities into physical activities and group projects.5.4.4

  • 5.

    Apply safety principles while engaged in age-appropriate physical activities.5.4.5

Students will appraise the personal value of physical activity as a tool for wellness, challenges, and interacting with appropriate social skills with friends and family.

  • 1.

    Compare various physical activities and the benefits derived from participation.5.5.1

  • 2.

    Express (in a written essay, visual art, or creative dance) the enjoyment and/or challenge of participating in a favorite physical activity.5.5.2

  • 3.

    Analyze different physical activities for enjoyment and challenge; identify reasons for positive or negative responses.5.5.3

  • 4.

    Describe the social benefits gained from participating in physical activity.5.5.4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 5
When were these standards adopted?
2016
Where can I read the official document?
Utah Core Standards for Physical Education