Physical Education in 2nd Grade
Students are introduced to basic locomotor and non‐locomotor skills and concepts, as well as spatial awareness and fundamental movement patterns for sports. Students will participate in a wide variety of activities that involve locomotor, non-locomotor and manipulative skills, fitness concepts and fitness development exercises. Students engage in a variety of movement activities leading to personal feelings of success. In addition, students learn to follow directions and to interact positively with classmates.
Students in 2nd Grade will:
- Demonstrate, and compare and contrast all six locomotor skills: skip, gallop, jump, hop, leap, side slide
- Describe how various tempos, directions, and pathways affect movement
- Identify personal space, general space, and explain why boundaries are important
- Demonstrate mastery for the following movement patterns: underhand throw, overhand throw, catching above and below the waist, kicking stationary and rolling objects, continuously dribbling with the feet, and hands
- Practice stretching
- Engage in cardiovascular exercises
- Participate in cooperative activities, and practice beginning teamwork skills
- Participate in physical activities that are enjoyable and challenging