Instruction in the standards requires a focus not only on the learner concepts and competencies but the supportive practices employed by the adults in the classroom setting.

Concepts and Competencies

The learner will:

• Combine large motor movements with the use of equipment (e.g. use feet to pedal, catch a ball, throw a bean bag or ball overhand with aim, kick a ball)
• Move and stop with control
• Use outdoor gross motor equipment
• Engage in gross motor games (e.g. Four Square)
• Perform a variety of movement alongside and with a partner
• Participate in games that emphasize one or more of the game components (e.g. soccer, baseball)
• Participate in group games (e.g. Follow the Leader, Tag, Kickball) to use skills
• Hit a stationary target with an overhand throw
• Demonstrate quick reaction time in catching

Supporting Practices

The adult will:

• Review safety rules prior to large motor activities
• Provide targets to throw toward (e.g. hula hoops or baskets)
• Include materials and equipment that encourage active play (e.g. balls, climbers and slides, ramps)
• Provide daily outdoor time
• Provide instruction on varying roles pertaining to a type of game/sport (e.g. goalie/soccer)
• Provide educational experiences that emphasize cooperative games
• Create opportunities to participate in large motor movement games that involve partners
• Engage in gross motor play with students

 

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