Grade 3 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 a combination of motor skills in various contexts; and

Performing developmentally appropriate dance steps and movement patterns.

Discussing the origin of a game, sport, or dance, including traditional and contemporary American Indian contributions and cultures; and

Recognizing the concept of open space in movement context.

Identifying foods that are beneficial for pre- and post-physical activity;

Charting participation in physical activities outside health enhancement class;

Engaging in the activities of health enhancement class without teacher prompting;

Describing the concept of physical fitness and provide examples of physical activity that enhances fitness; and

Recognizing the importance of warm-up and cool-down activities related to vigorous physical activity.

Practicing personal responsibility in teacher-directed activities;

Working independently for extended periods of time;

Accepting and implementing specific corrective teacher feedback;

Recognizing the role of rules and etiquette in physical activity with peers;

Supporting and working cooperatively with others;

Discussing ways to accept other's ideas, cultural diversity, and body types during games and physical activity; and

Working independently and safely in physically active settings.

Discussing the relationship between physical activity and good health;

Discussing the challenge that comes from learning a new physical activity;

Describing the positive social interactions that come when engaged with others in physical activity.