ALEX Classroom Resources

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K-1.1) Attempt to hop, gallop, jog, run, slide, skip, jump, and leap while maintaining balance.

APE accommodation suggestions: Sliding, galloping, jogging, and running - Hand over hand to assist in increasing speed and balance, fast pace walking, shorten distance, peer assistance (sliding - step together step, side to side)

[PE] (0) 3 :

K-1.3) Perform jumping and landing actions.

APE accommodation suggestions: Hopping, jumping, and leaping - Hand over hand to assist with balance. Examples: mini trampoline, rope on floor, peer assistance

[PE] (0) 23 :

K-3.2) Participate in physical education class.

[PE] (0) 25 :

K-4.1) Follow directions, adhere to class procedures, use equipment properly, and accept responsibility for behavior, when prompted, to create a safe environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (1) 1 :

1-1.1) Demonstrate correct form for hopping, galloping, and sliding.

APE accommodation suggestions: Sliding, galloping, jogging, and running - Hand over hand to assist in increasing speed and balance, fast pace walking, shorten distance, peer assistance (sliding - step together step, side to side)

[PE] (1) 3 :

1-1.3) Perform jumping and landing actions with balance.

APE accommodation suggestions: Hopping, jumping, and leaping - Hand over hand to assist with balance. Examples: mini trampoline, rope on floor, peer assistance

[PE] (1) 25 :

1-4.1) Acknowledge personal responsibility by using equipment and space safely and appropriately while following the rules and boundaries of the learning environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (2) 1 :

2-1.1) Demonstrate correct form for skipping.

APE accommodation suggestions: Sliding, galloping, jogging, and running - Hand over hand to assist in increasing speed and balance, fast pace walking, shorten distance, peer assistance (sliding - step together step, side to side)

[PE] (2) 2 :

2-1.2) Demonstrate correct form for jogging and running.

APE accommodation suggestions: Sliding, galloping, jogging, and running - Hand over hand to assist in increasing speed and balance, fast pace walking, shorten distance, peer assistance (sliding - step together step, side to side)

[PE] (2) 3 :

2-1.3) Use a variety of one-and two-footed take-offs and landings.

APE accommodation suggestions: Hopping, jumping, and leaping - Hand over hand to assist with balance. Examples: mini trampoline, rope on floor, peer assistance

[PE] (2) 25 :

2-4.1) Practice skills with minimal teacher prompting and accept responsibility for behavior and performance actions to ensure a safe environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

This activity can be used as a warm-up activity or it can be used to practice locomotor skills and space awareness. This is also a great activity to use at the beginning of the school year because it helps students understand class rules and expectations. A video is included in this resource. 

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K-2.2) Travel by:

•   Using various pathways.

•   Demonstrating various levels.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (0) 20 :

K-2.3) Travel:

•   In general space with varying speeds.

•   Attempting directionality concepts.

Examples: left, right, up, down, over, under

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (0) 27 :

K-4.3) Share equipment and space with peers.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (1) 18 :

1-2.1) Demonstrate moving in personal and general space while maintaining self-control, in response to designated class expectations.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting, redirection and/or modeling; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (1) 23 :

1-3.2) Actively engage in physical education class.

[PE] (1) 25 :

1-4.1) Acknowledge personal responsibility by using equipment and space safely and appropriately while following the rules and boundaries of the learning environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (1) 27 :

1-4.3) Work in a variety of class environments with moderate supervision.

Examples: partner, small group, large group, whole class

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (2) 18 :

2-2.1) Apply the concept of personal and general space during class activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting, redirection and/or modeling; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (2) 19 :

2-2.2) Integrate shapes, levels, and pathways into simple movement sequences.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (2) 23 :

2-3.2) Actively engage in physical education class in response to instruction and practice.

[PE] (2) 27 :

2-4.3) Work in a variety of class environments with minimum supervision.

Examples: partner, small group, large group, whole class

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (2) 32 :

2-5.4) Describe the positive social interactions that come when engaging with others in physical activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

This is a chasing and tagging game where students are focused on practicing being kind to others. Additionally, students will work on spatial awareness, balance, and moving using different types of pathways. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (0) 25 :

K-4.1) Follow directions, adhere to class procedures, use equipment properly, and accept responsibility for behavior, when prompted, to create a safe environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (1) 25 :

1-4.1) Acknowledge personal responsibility by using equipment and space safely and appropriately while following the rules and boundaries of the learning environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (2) 25 :

2-4.1) Practice skills with minimal teacher prompting and accept responsibility for behavior and performance actions to ensure a safe environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (3) 25 :

3-4.1) Display ability to work safely and independently for extended periods of time.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (4) 25 :

4-4.1) Exhibit safe and responsible behavior in partner and small group situations.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (5) 25 :

5-4.1) Exhibit safe and responsible behavior in a variety of physical activity contexts, environments, and facilities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

This resource is a collection of ideas for student self-assessment. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (0) 25 :

K-4.1) Follow directions, adhere to class procedures, use equipment properly, and accept responsibility for behavior, when prompted, to create a safe environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (1) 25 :

1-4.1) Acknowledge personal responsibility by using equipment and space safely and appropriately while following the rules and boundaries of the learning environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (2) 25 :

2-4.1) Practice skills with minimal teacher prompting and accept responsibility for behavior and performance actions to ensure a safe environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

The goal of this self-assessment is similar to Hellison’s Model for Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility. We want kids to take responsibility for what they say and do in our classes. The easiest way to check and make sure kids understand where they stand is to have them do a self-assessment.

It’s also a great tool for teachers to recognize when a student might have a lower self-perception than they should – this is a great opportunity for the teacher to have a conversation and encourage them.

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K-1.14) Independently volley a lightweight object with varying body parts.

Examples: balloon, beach ball, foam ball

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (0) 27 :

K-4.3) Share equipment and space with peers.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (1) 14 :

1-1.14) Independently volley a lightweight object upward with consecutive hits.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (1) 18 :

1-2.1) Demonstrate moving in personal and general space while maintaining self-control, in response to designated class expectations.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting, redirection and/or modeling; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (1) 25 :

1-4.1) Acknowledge personal responsibility by using equipment and space safely and appropriately while following the rules and boundaries of the learning environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (2) 14 :

2-1.14) Demonstrate volleying lightweight objects with partner.

APE accommodation suggestions: Lightweight object could include larger and/or more colorful object/ball or object of contrasting colors: suspended tether ball

[PE] (2) 18 :

2-2.1) Apply the concept of personal and general space during class activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting, redirection and/or modeling; use directional poly spots.

This resource provides a way to practice striking/volleying skills in a group setting.

Skill: I will strike the balloon upward using a paddle.

Cognitive: I will talk about differences between self and shared space.

Fitness: I will actively engage and work to improve my skill with a paddle.

Personal & Social Responsibility: I will safely move throughout shared space, respecting the personal safety of my classmates.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (1) 1 :

1-1.1) Demonstrate correct form for hopping, galloping, and sliding.

APE accommodation suggestions: Sliding, galloping, jogging, and running - Hand over hand to assist in increasing speed and balance, fast pace walking, shorten distance, peer assistance (sliding - step together step, side to side)

[PE] (1) 18 :

1-2.1) Demonstrate moving in personal and general space while maintaining self-control, in response to designated class expectations.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting, redirection and/or modeling; use directional poly spots.

[PE] (1) 25 :

1-4.1) Acknowledge personal responsibility by using equipment and space safely and appropriately while following the rules and boundaries of the learning environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (2) 1 :

2-1.1) Demonstrate correct form for skipping.

APE accommodation suggestions: Sliding, galloping, jogging, and running - Hand over hand to assist in increasing speed and balance, fast pace walking, shorten distance, peer assistance (sliding - step together step, side to side)

[PE] (2) 2 :

2-1.2) Demonstrate correct form for jogging and running.

APE accommodation suggestions: Sliding, galloping, jogging, and running - Hand over hand to assist in increasing speed and balance, fast pace walking, shorten distance, peer assistance (sliding - step together step, side to side)

[PE] (2) 18 :

2-2.1) Apply the concept of personal and general space during class activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting, redirection and/or modeling; use directional poly spots.

This resource provides academic language cards that include the definition of cue words for locomotor and manipulative skills and uses the word in a sentence. These cards will help students who need further instructions written and posted around the gym for visual reminders.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (0) 25 :

K-4.1) Follow directions, adhere to class procedures, use equipment properly, and accept responsibility for behavior, when prompted, to create a safe environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (1) 25 :

1-4.1) Acknowledge personal responsibility by using equipment and space safely and appropriately while following the rules and boundaries of the learning environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] (2) 25 :

2-4.1) Practice skills with minimal teacher prompting and accept responsibility for behavior and performance actions to ensure a safe environment.

APE accommodation suggestions: Verbal prompting and redirecting, peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

This resource includes ideas for student self-assessment. Students simply tap their self-assessment as they leave the gym giving teachers valuable formative feedback on the efficacy of the lesson.

This alignment results from the ALEX Health/PE COS Resource Alignment Summit.