ALEX Classroom Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (6) 23 :

6-3.4) Identify available technology to enhance physical activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (7) 23 :

7-3.4) Utilize available technology to enhance physical activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 23 :

8-3.4) Determine the benefits of using available technology during physical activity.

Examples: active videos, active gaming systems, heart rate monitors, health apps

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] (8) 25 :

8-3.6) Use available technology to evaluate the quantity of individual exercise needed for optimal functioning.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 4 :

BK-2.1) Explain the terminology associated with exercise and participation in selected individual-performance activities.

Examples: dance, net and wall games, target games, outdoor activities

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor activities, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] ACA1 (9-12) 3 :

AC-2.1) Recognize unsafe situations related to participation in outdoor activities.

[PE] ACA1 (9-12) 4 :

AC-2.2) Identify skills and components needed for the individual to participate successfully in outdoor activities.

[PE] ACA1 (9-12) 5 :

AC-3.1) Identify skills to increase health benefits while participating in outdoor activities.

[PE] ACA1 (9-12) 10 :

AC-5.2) Discuss and evaluate the individual benefits of participation in physical activity and outdoor sport, and the social benefits for the individual, family, school, and community.

This geocaching lesson includes links to a geocaching video and online resources. This plan includes warm-up and assessment ideas.

Objectives:

● The student will be able to download the free geocaching app onto their phones (if students don’t have access to a phone they can share with other students and/or the teacher).
● Students will be able to follow a map and locate the area of the cache.
● Students will be able to find a cache based on the directions of the app.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 4 :

BK-2.1) Explain the terminology associated with exercise and participation in selected individual-performance activities.

Examples: dance, net and wall games, target games, outdoor activities

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor activities, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] ACA1 (9-12) 2 :

AC-1.2) Identify skills and components needed to design an individualized health-enhancing outdoor fitness program.

[PE] ACA1 (9-12) 3 :

AC-2.1) Recognize unsafe situations related to participation in outdoor activities.

[PE] ACA1 (9-12) 6 :

AC-3.2) Plan an individual outdoor adventure activity.

[PE] ACA2 (9-12) 4 :

AC-2.2) Model proper skills and components for the specified outdoor sport.

Examples: backpacking, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking

[PE] ACA2 (9-12) 5 :

AC-3.1) Apply skills learned to execute a higher level of physical fitness while participating in outdoor activities.

Have you ever gone hiking in the backcountry with a large, conversational group of buddies and thought to yourself, “I love my friends, but I really wish I had the time and space to enjoy this by myself?” At the same time, why is it that we can feel so comfortable going for a walk in the local park by ourselves yet when it comes to solo hiking, we think twice?

Solo hiking is such a great form of relaxation but it does come with some unique challenges. Here at The Adventure Junkies, we understand you might be hesitant. That’s why we’ve put together this fantastic FAQ to answer all your questions and get you out on the trail by yourself in no time at all!

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (4) 8 :

4-1.8) Throw underhand and overhand to a partner or target for accuracy and distance.

APE accommodation suggestions: Provide a variety of sizes, shapes, textures, and inflation levels of objects to make throwing more successful; use ball launchers

[PE] (6) 2 :

6-1.2) Throw using the proper form for distance or power appropriate to the practice task.

Examples: bocce, horseshoes, baseball, softball

APE accommodation suggestions: Provide a variety of sizes, shapes, textures, and inflation levels of objects to make throwing more successful; use ball launchers.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor activities, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] AK1 (9-12) 1 :

AK-1.1) Describe proper movement techniques for participating in self-selected lifetime activities.

[PE] AK1 (9-12) 3 :

AK-1.3) Generate a list of health-enhancing lifetime activities.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 1 :

AK-1.1) Execute the applicable skills needed for a single self-selected lifetime activity.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 3 :

AK-1.3) Demonstrate knowledge and strategies needed to perform a specific lifetime activity with proficiency.

The history of horseshoe pitching can be traced back to Roman soldiers. During their idle hours, the soldiers occupied themselves with games that consisted of tossing metal rings over stakes pounded into the ground. Whether these first metal rings were actually horseshoes is a matter of some debate.

Use this resource to learn about the history, game directions, and game set-up of horseshoes. 

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (6) 10 :

6-1.10) Strike with proper form in a stationary environment for a variety of games.

Examples: overhead volley in tennis, pass in volleyball, drive/putt in golf, pass in soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement.

[PE] (6) 12 :

6-2.1) Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the rules and regulations for a variety of games and activities.

Examples: modified game play, formative and summative assessments

APE accommodation suggestions: Make accommodations in the areas of rules, sporting behavior, and safety for the student to participate in the activity.

[PE] (6) 16 :

6-2.5) Demonstrate a quick recovery when transitioning from offense to defense or defense to offense.

APE accommodation suggestions: hand over hand; hand to hand; verbal prompting; directional poly spots

[PE] (7) 10 :

7-1.10) Strike with proper form in a dynamic environment for a variety of games.

Examples: overhead volley in tennis, pass in volleyball, drive/putt in golf, pass in soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement.

[PE] (7) 12 :

7-2.1) Use the rules and regulations of a variety of activities and demonstrate a basic knowledge regarding techniques and strategies related to those activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Make accommodations in the areas of rules, sporting behavior, and safety for the student to participate in the activity.

[PE] (7) 14 :

7-2.3) Demonstrate appropriate safety behaviors related to a variety of games and activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Make accommodations in the areas of rules, sporting behavior, and safety for the student to participate in the activity.

[PE] (8) 10 :

8-1.10) Strike with proper form in modified game play.

Examples: overhead volley in tennis, pass in volleyball, drive/putt in golf, pass in soccer

APE accommodation suggestions: Use longer or shorter implements for student success in controlling the implement.

[PE] (8) 12 :

8-2.1) Apply the rules, techniques, and strategies for a variety of games and activities to play a modified game.

APE accommodation suggestions: Make accommodations in the areas of rules, sporting behavior, and safety for the student to participate in the activity.

[PE] (8) 14 :

8-2.3) Apply appropriate safety behaviors in a modified game.

APE accommodation suggestions: Make accommodations in the areas of rules, sporting behavior, and safety for the student to participate in the activity.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor activities, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] LS1 (9-12) 3 :

LS-2.1) Recognize unsafe situations related to participation in individual, dual, and team sports.

[PE] LS1 (9-12) 4 :

LS-2.2) Identify skills and components for the individual to participate successfully in individual, dual, and team sports.

[PE] LS1 (9-12) 6 :

LS-3.2) Explain skills required for playing individual, dual, and team sports activities.

[PE] LS1 (9-12) 7 :

LS-4.1) Research and interpret the rules of individual, dual, and team sports.

Handball can be played with any kind of bouncing ball on practically any kind of wall. The United States Handball Association promotes “any ball, any wall” in teaching. Teachers are encouraged to use any available equipment and space. Handball can be taught as a unit for the entire class in the gymnasium or used as a station activity in one section of the gym. There is no need for regulation-sized courts in a gymnasium. Cones and floor tape work well to mark playing spaces and boundaries.

The following lesson plans for teaching handball in middle and secondary schools have been written for grades 6-12. Court size and distances (from the wall when hitting a ball) can easily be adjusted to match the developmental levels of learners.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 4 :

BK-2.1) Explain the terminology associated with exercise and participation in selected individual-performance activities.

Examples: dance, net and wall games, target games, outdoor activities

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor activities, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

Badminton can be played as a recreational or competitive sport throughout an individual’s lifetime. It’s played in the Summer Olympics and summer family barbeques. This module prepares students with the confidence and skill needed to be active whenever a badminton opportunity develops.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 3 :

BK-1.3) Exhibit competency in one or more specialized skills in health-related fitness activities.

Examples: stretching, walking, jogging

APE accommodation suggestions: Shorten distance; remove time restraints; remove cadence.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 11 :

BK-3.4) Investigate physical activities available in home and community to develop beneficial, healthy behaviors.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 24 :

BK-4.5) Identify safe practices for participating in physical activity, exercise, and movement practices, individually or in a group.

Examples: injury prevention, hydration, use of equipment, implementation of rules, sun protection

APE accommodation suggestions: verbally prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 25 :

BK-5.1) Discuss the health benefits of a self-selected physical activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 26 :

BK-5.2) Choose a level of challenge to experience success while participating in a self-selected physical activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 28 :

BK-5.4) Identify the opportunities for social interaction and social support in a self-selected physical activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

According to statista.com, fitness running is one of the most popular physical activities in the United States with almost 56 million people participating in 2017. That number is an increase of approximately 14 million people since 2007. With that in mind, OPEN and the New York Road Runners have teamed up to bring you an outcomes-based approach for preparing your high school students to enjoy a lifetime of fitness running.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 5 :

BK-2.2) Apply movement concepts and principles while evaluating and improving performance of self and/or others in a selected skill.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 5 :

BK-2.2) Demonstrate the speed vs. accuracy adjustment in throwing and striking skills.

APE accommodation suggestions: peer assistance and modeling

[PE] AK1 (9-12) 1 :

AK-1.1) Describe proper movement techniques for participating in self-selected lifetime activities.

33 Zone Frisbee is a form of Ultimate Frisbee played with 3 zones with 3 Frisbees. Students should have previously practiced throwing and catching a Frisbee and have played Ultimate Frisbee.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor activities, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] AK1 (9-12) 1 :

AK-1.1) Describe proper movement techniques for participating in self-selected lifetime activities.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 1 :

AK-1.1) Execute the applicable skills needed for a single self-selected lifetime activity.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 3 :

AK-1.3) Demonstrate knowledge and strategies needed to perform a specific lifetime activity with proficiency.

This assessment will determine if students can apply what they have learned about the different golf strokes.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 21 :

BK-4.2) Model respect for others by respecting opposing opinions, exhibiting the willingness to compromise, and demonstrating teamwork while engaging in physical activity.

APE accommodation suggestions: verbally prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 22 :

BK-4.3) Use communication skills and strategies that promote positive team or group dynamics.

APE accommodation suggestions: verbally prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 23 :

BK-4.4) Solve problems and think critically during physical activity, both individually and in groups.

APE accommodation suggestions: verbally prompting and redirecting; peer assistance to model proper personal and social behaviors

This classroom resource is a free lesson plan from Teacher.org. In this lesson plan, students participate in a game of basketball using various sizes of available balls. This lesson plan for basketball skills will assist students in refining skills for a lifetime activity playing basketball, interacting with respect and sportsmanship with their peers.

This lesson plan teaches respect for others and teamwork. 

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

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 13 :

BK-3.6) Participate several times a week in a self-selected lifetime activity, dance, or fitness-related activity outside school hours.

[PE] BK2 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor activities, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 1 :

AK-1.1) Execute the applicable skills needed for a single self-selected lifetime activity.

This is a lesson plan for disc golf. It discusses the rules, techniques, and tactical aspects involved in disc golf. Modifications are provided in the lesson plan for setting up the course. 

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

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] (6) 21 :

6-3.2) Participate in a variety of moderate to vigorous activities.

APE accommodation suggestions: Visual aids and cues

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 1 :

BK-1.1) Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

Examples: outdoor pursuits, individual-performance activities, net games, target games

APE accommodation suggestions: hand to hand; hand over hand; develop the rules to accommodate each student's needs; adapt equipment to meet students' needs.

[PE] BK1 (9-12) 3 :

BK-1.3) Exhibit competency in one or more specialized skills in health-related fitness activities.

Examples: stretching, walking, jogging

APE accommodation suggestions: Shorten distance; remove time restraints; remove cadence.

Creative Mode Fitness is a fun and vigorously active way to teach students critical fitness concepts and basic fitness planning.

The main objective of this module is to teach students fundamental fitness concepts through fun and vigorously active learning activities. Students will produce safe and appropriate training routines in a group setting, as well as personal Tabata routines.

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