Grade 1 PE Montana Standards

Recognize the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, selfexpression, and/or social interaction.

Exhibit responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.

Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a healthenhancing level of physical activity and fitness.

Apply knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance.

Demonstrate competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns.

Performing most basic locomotor, nonlocomotor, and manipulative skills using mature patterns;

Combining locomotor and nonlocomotor skills in a teacher-designed dance.

Moving in self-space; and

Differentiating between fast and slow speeds, strong and light force.

Differentiating between healthy and unhealthy foods;

Discussing the benefits of being active and exercising or playing;

Actively engaging in health enhancement class;

Understanding that muscles grow stronger with physical activity; and

Identifying warm-up and cool-down activities related to vigorous physical activity.

Accepting personal responsibility by using equipment and space appropriately;

Following the rules or parameters of the learning environment;

Responding appropriately to general feedback from a teacher;

Exhibiting the established protocols for class activities;

Working independently with others in a variety of class environments;

Discussing ways to accept other's ideas, cultural diversity, and body types; and

Following teacher directions for safe participation and proper use of equipment without teacher reminders.

Identifying physical activity as a component of good health;

Understanding challenges in physical activities can lead to success; and

Describing positive results gained from participating in physical activities with others.