United States · Common Core State Standards
3rd Grade PE & Health
A comprehensive physical education and health curriculum focusing on developing motor competence, social responsibility, and foundational health literacy. Students explore how movement patterns, nutritional choices, and emotional regulation contribute to a lifetime of personal wellness.
Mastering Movement Patterns
Students refine locomotor and non-locomotor skills while exploring how spatial awareness improves physical performance.
Focusing on the mechanics of skipping, galloping, and sliding while navigating complex spatial pathways.
Exploring static and dynamic balance through gymnastics-based movements and weight transfer activities.
Developing coordination by performing movement sequences in time to various musical beats and rhythms.
The Science of Fitness
An introduction to the components of fitness and how the body responds to different types of physical activity.
Understanding how the heart works during exercise and the benefits of sustained aerobic activity.
Identifying major muscle groups and learning safe ways to improve strength and range of motion.
Learning how to track physical activity and set realistic individual goals for improvement.
Nutrition and Personal Health
Investigating the relationship between food choices, hydration, and the energy needed for an active lifestyle.
Identifying food groups and understanding how to build a balanced meal for optimal energy.
Exploring why water is the best choice for hydration and identifying signs of thirst.
Practicing effective handwashing and understanding how personal hygiene prevents the spread of illness.
Social Skills and Team Strategies
Developing communication and cooperation skills through modified team games and group challenges.
Practicing verbal and non-verbal cues to improve teamwork during fast-paced activities.
Learning basic concepts of moving into open space and guarding an opponent.
Understanding the importance of rules, honesty, and respect for all participants in a game.
Mindfulness and Emotional Well-being
Exploring the connection between physical activity, stress management, and emotional health.
Building a vocabulary for feelings and recognizing how emotions manifest physically in the body.
Learning deep breathing, visualization, and stretching as tools to calm the mind and body.
Understanding personal responsibility for safety in various environments like playgrounds and streets.