The focus for kindergarten students is on learning basic body control while moving in a variety of settings. Students become aware of strength, endurance, and flexibility in different parts of their bodies and begin to learn ways to increase health-related fitness. Students can state key performance cues for basic movement patterns such as throwing and catching. Students continue to learn rules and procedures for simple games and apply safety practices associated with physical activities. 2nd Second-grade students learn to demonstrate key elements of fundamental movement skills and mature form in locomotive skills.
Students learn to describe the function of the heart, lungs, and bones as they relate to movement.
Students are introduced to basic concepts of health promotion such as the relationship between a physically-active lifestyle and the health of the heart. In third grade, students begin to learn and demonstrate more mature movement forms. Students also learn age-specific skills and the health benefits of physical activity. Students begin to learn game strategies, rules, and etiquette. 4th Fourth grade students learn to identify the components of health-related fitness.