Courses of Study : Physical Education (Grade 4)

1 ) Demonstrate correct form while leaping.

2 ) Demonstrate throwing, striking, and kicking skills by throwing overhand for distance and accuracy, striking with short and long implements, and kicking while approaching a moving object.

3 ) Demonstrate short- and long-rope jumping skills, including individual and partner jumping techniques.

4 ) Perform multicultural rhythmic dances, including introductory square dance.

5 ) Demonstrate gymnastic skills while maintaining proper body alignment by transitioning smoothly between sequences and balancing with control on apparatus.

6 ) Apply specialized sport skills in combination with fundamental movement skills in game situations.

7 ) Create appropriate physical education activities, including cooperative tasks, group challenges, and games.

8 ) Identify cue words and terms associated with leaping, striking, and kicking.

9 ) Identify formations and steps associated with dance.

10 ) Demonstrate positive changes in performance based on peer and teacher evaluations.

11 ) List consequences of compliance and noncompliance with rules and regulations while participating in physical activities and games.

12 ) Explain outcomes of positive verses negative responses to classmates when winning or losing.

13 ) Analyze varying intensities of exercise for effect on heart rate using manual pulse-checking or heart-rate monitors.

14 ) Identify devices used to measure cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, body composition, and flexibility.

15 ) Describe relationships among food intake, physical activity, and weight maintenance.