Grade 2 PE Mississippi Standards

Discover the positive effects physical activity has on the body (i.e., enhances respiratory functions, stimulates muscle growth, decreases hyperactivity, increases heart rate).

Participates regularly in physical activity.

Recognize and experience physical activities from other cultures.

Value physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and/or social interaction.

Be aware of the feelings resulting from challenges, successes, and failures during physical activity.

Identify the different body planes (i.e., front, back, side) and involve each while performing locomotor skills.

Apply rules, procedures, and safe practices with little or no reinforcement.

Demonstrate non-locomotor movements with proficiency.

Engage in moderate to vigorous activities such as bike riding, swimming, etc., outside of class.

Demonstrate competency in motor skills and movement patterns/concepts needed to perform a variety of physical activities.

Understand the benefits of trying new or difficult tasks.

Exhibit responsible personal and social behavior that respect s self and others in physical activity settings.

Demonstrate locomotor movements at the intermediate level.

Recognize components of physical fitness such as muscular strength, muscle endurance, and flexibility at an introductory level.

Demonstrate rhythmic movements, timing, and following a beat.

Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.

Apply movement concepts and principles to a variety of basic skills.

Demonstrate understanding of movement principles, strategies, and tactics as they apply to the learning, development and performance of physical activities.

Engage in and recognize the benefits of sustained physical activity that causes increased heart rate and respiration.

Perform activities that result in the development of muscle strength and endurance, flexibility, and coordination at an introductory level.

Demonstrate manipulative movements at the beginner level.

Work cooperatively with a partner or group and recognize the enjoyment of shared play.

Cooperate in helping others to achieve goals.