Physical Education Curriculum Map

Boating Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Safety impacts individual and community well-being.

Community well-being is dependent upon a balance of personal and social responsibility.

Essential Questions:

How do you determine an environment is safe?

What are some safety guidelines to follow in physical activity settings?

What are the pros and cons of adopting an “environmentally responsible” lifestyle?

How are your present choices connected to your health throughout your adult life?

Common Core

Standard

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B.

Use precise

language and

domain-specific

vocabulary to

inform about or

explain the topic

10.2.9. E: Explain the

interrelationship between

the environment and

personal health.

zone layer/skin

cancer

availability of health

care/ individual

health

air

pollution/respiratory

disease

breeding

environments/ lyme

disease/west nile

virus

Boating and Water

Safety Awareness

Course

Intro to 8th grade

swimming

-review of pool rules

-talk about boating

course

Personal Safety in water

Assisting a victim

Stride Jump

-head stays above water

-Legs scissor, arms sweep

-eyes focus on target

-Underwater arm stroke

recovery

Rescue Diving

-long shallow

-short deep

Basic review of strokes used

in rescue

Wrist tow to support a

victim

Hair tow to support a victim

10.3.9.A: Analyze the role

of individual responsibility

for safe practices and injury

prevention in the home,

school and community.

modes of

transportation (e.g.,

pedestrian, bicycle,

vehicular, passenger,

farm vehicle, all-

terrain vehicle)

violence prevention

in school

self-protection in the

home

self-protection in

public places

Getting a victim out of

the water

Introduce Boating Safety

Awareness Course

Lesson 1 and 2 Boating

Course

Lift out to a sitting position

-never lose contact with

victim

-lift to sit if victim is smaller

Lift out to a laying position

-never lose contact with

victim

-for larger victim

Lesson 2

Boat terminology

Boat markings

PFD use- proper fit and use

of PFD

Entry into the water with a

PFD

-deck level

-from a height

HELP Position- Heat Escape

Lessening Position

Huddle- with a friend

Navigational Terminology

and Curriculum

Boat Lighting System

Hazards

Kayaking:

parts of a kayak

parts of a paddle

entering from side

8th Grade Kayaking

Assessment

PFD Use (day 2 and 3)

Visual Distress Signals

(p 28 of teachers book)

Fire Extinguishers

Navigation Rules (Boat)

entering from

shallow water

paddling

turning

swamping

games

Review HELP position

(Heat Escape Lessening

Posture)

Purpose of HELP

Intro Huddle Position

-with partner

-with group

Emphasis on quiet and

conserving energy, little

movement

Bookwork to distinguish

need for and appearance of

different distress signals

Bookwork to see different

types of Fire extinguishers

Pull pin

Aim

Squeeze handle

Sweep

Driver responsibility: wake,

safety, direction

Reaching Assists

Storage and maintenance

of equipment:

Proper technique for

getting in and out of the

kayaks.

Proper use of paddle

- head to head

- overtaking

- perpendicular

terms stand on, give way

Try each navigation rule

while pretending in the

shallow end

use of helmets and

PFD’s

storing of kayaks and

how to remove and

return to proper place

Practice fitting the

helmets and adjusting

the PFD’s to fit properly

Enter the pool so that

they can feel the

buoyancy sensation.

Take down and replace

the kayaks 3 times

Enter the kayaks first on

deck, then from side of

the pool holding gunnels

or rear end first

hand positioning

Re-entering kayak after a

roll

Emptying kayak after

swamping

Other Water Activities

PA Operation

paddle angle for 360

turn, moving forward

and backwards, and

draw stroke

dragging for stopping

and turning

side entry

entry from the stern

shallow or deep water

entry

Bring kayak back to the

side of the pool and

empty out the excess

water by rocking bow to

stern and back

PWC’S

PWC’S Characteristics

PWC’S Operation

Swimming & Diving

Canoeing & Kayaking

Paddling Tips

Sailing

Hunters & Anglers

Water Sking & Similar

Activies

Requirements &

Navigation &

Communications

Boat Operation

Safety & Rescue

Mandatory Boating

Education

Navigational Rules

Proper Lookout

Safe Speed

Risk of Collision

Rules for Power Driven

Vessels Underway

Head – on (Meeting)

Overtaking (Passing)

Crossing Situation

Sound Signals

Night Operation and Lights

Aids to Navigation

Trailering

Launch & Retrieving

Boarding

Boat Trim

Capsizing

Falls Overboard

Running A ground

Boating Handling

Docking

Anchoring

Water Hazards

Large Bodies of Water

Wind & Waves

Tides & Tidal Currents

Dams

Weather

Rescue & Survival

Reach

Throw

Row

Go

Cold Water

Hypothermia

(First Aid)

Alcohol & Boating

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Water Aerobics Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Participation in physical activity impacts wellness throughout a lifetime.

Community well-being is dependent upon a balance of personal and social responsibility.

Essential Questions:

How does participating in physical activity affect you?

How can exercise be used to improve health and fitness?

How can the choices you make today, influence your future health and happiness?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-

specific vocabulary

to inform about or

explain the topic

10.4.9. A: Analyze and

engage in physical activities

that are developmentally/

individually appropriate and

support achievement of

personal fitness and activity

goals.

10.4.9. D: Analyze factors

that affect physical activity

preferences of adolescents.

skill competence

social benefits

previous experience

activity confidence

10.5.9. A: Describe and

apply the components of

skill-related fitness to

Water Aerobics

Shallow End Routine

Deep End Routine

Water Walking

8th Grade Water Aerobics

Assessment

movement performance.

agility

balance

coordination

power

reaction time

10.5.9. D: Identify and

describe the principles of

training using appropriate

vocabulary.

specificity

overload

progression

aerobic/anaerobic

circuit/interval

repetition/set

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Dance Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Quality lifelong movement is based on scientific concepts/principles.

Health concepts are essential for wellness and a health-enhancing lifestyle.

Essential Questions:

Why do people choose group activities over individual activities or individual activities over group activities?

How can you become an advanced mover?

How can exercise be used to improve health and fitness?

How can I prepare my body for safe physical activity?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania

Standards

Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-

specific

vocabulary to

inform about or

explain the topic

10.3.6. D. Analyze the

role of individual

responsibility for safety

during physical activity.

10.4.6. A: Identify and

engage in moderate to

vigorous physical

activities that contribute

to physical fitness and

health.

10.4.6. B: Explain the

effects of regular

participation in moderate

to vigorous physical

activities on the body

systems.

10.4.6. D. Describe

factors that affect

childhood physical

Dance Skills

Social Dances

Routine

Rhythm

Coordination

Swing Dance Assessment

activity preferences.

10.5.6. A. Explain and

apply the basic

movement skills and

concepts to create and

perform movement

sequences and advanced

skills.

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Invasion Games Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Participation in physical activity impacts wellness throughout a lifetime.

Quality lifelong movement is based on scientific concepts and principles.

Essential Questions:

How can physical activity choices impact my life as an adolescent?

How can you improve the quality of complex movements?

What types of strategies would you use to be successful in a complex game situation?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B.

Use precise

language and

domain-

specific

vocabulary to

inform about

or explain the

topic

10.3.6 D. Analyze the role of

individual responsibility for

safety during physical

activity.

10.4.6. E. Identify factors

that have an impact on the

relationship between regular

participation in physical

activity and the degree of

motor skill improvement.

10.4.6. F. Identify and

describe positive and

negative interactions of

group members in physical

activities.

10.5.6. A. Explain and apply

the basic movement skills

and concepts to create and

Invasion Games

Can Include

Many Different

Types of Games

Floor Hockey/LAX

Basics

Throwing

Catching

Offense:

moving to space

cutting

faking

teamwork

Defense

man to man

zone/area

teamwork

Goggles assignment and

perform movement

sequences and advanced

skills.

10.5.6. B. Identify and apply

the concepts of motor skill

development to a variety of

basic skills.

10.5.6. C. Describe the

relationship between practice

and skill development.

10.5.6. E. Identify and use

scientific principles that

affect basic movement and

skills using appropriate

vocabulary.

10.5.6. F. Identify and apply

game strategies to basic

games and physical activities

10.4.9 E. Analyze factors

that impact on the

relationship between regular

participation in physical

activity and motor skill

improvement

personal choice

developmental

differences

amount of physical

activity

authentic practice

10.4.9 F. Analyze the

effects of positive and

Intro Rules and

equipment

Passing:

Using Space

Creating Space

Game Play and strategy

usage

Holding the stick

Dribble: small controlled taps

using either or both sides of

stick. Ball stays in front of

body slightly to one side.

Loose dribble, tight dribble

From stationary position

- give with the ball as it

approaches

- control ball before

returning

- protect the ball by

using both sides of

stick

Moving with a partner

- Pass ahead of partner

to their outstretched

stick

- Control before

returning pass, may

require small amt of

dribbling

Moving to a space to receive

a pass

- partner with ball stays

still, partner w/o

moves to any space to

receive pass

Rules for game play

6 v 6

Bully starts game

3 offense cross center line

8th Grade Invasion

Games Assessment

negative interaction of

adolescent group member in

physical activity

group dynamics

social pressure

10.5.9 A. Describe and apply

the components of skill

related fitness to movement

performance

agility

balance

coordination

power

reaction time

speed

10.5 .9. B. Describe and

apply concepts of motor skill

development that impact the

quality of increasingly

complex movement

response selection

stages of learning a

motor skill

types of skill

10.5.9 C. Identify and apply

practice strategies for skill

improvement.

10. 5.9 F. Describe and

apply game strategies to

complex games and physical

activities

offensive strategies

defensive strategies

Soccer

Receiving/Trapping

Passing

Dribbling

and stay there

2 defense stay on their

side of court

If no goalie, then net

down

Body over ball

(B.O.B.)

Use various surfaces

(feet, thigh, etc.)

Body over ball

(B.O.B.)

Different surfaces of

your foot

inside/outside

Shoulders to target

Position of “non-

kicking” foot (next to

ball)

Body over ball

(B.O.B.)

Head up (“see” where

going)

Change of speed and

Invasion Assessment

time management

Game strategy

Basketball

Dribbling

Passing

Shooting

Defense/Strategy

direction

Different surfaces of

foot

Offensive:

Give and go

Moving to open space

Dump and run

Defensive:

Person to person

Zone defense

Demonstrate the

proper techniques that

surround the skill of

dribbling

Identify cues used in

dribbling

Demonstrate the

fundamental passes

used in basketball:

bounce, chest, and

overhead.

Basketball Assessment

Identifying the proper

way to perform a lay-

up and jump-shot

One-on-one defense

Zone

Team defense

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Orienteering Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Participation in physical activity impacts wellness throughout a lifetime.

Community well-being is dependent upon a balance of personal and social responsibility.

Essential Questions:

How are your present choices connected to your health throughout your adult life?

How can the choices you make today, influence your future health and happiness?

How would you evaluate your physical activity choices and the way they affect your ability to achieve your fitness and activity

goals?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-

specific vocabulary

to inform about or

explain the topic

10.4.9. C. Analyze factors

that affect the responses of

body systems during

moderate to vigorous

physical activities.

10.4.9. D. Analyze factors

that affect physical

activity preferences of

adolescents.

10.4.9 F. Analyze the

effects of positive and

negative interaction of

adolescent group member

in physical activity

group dynamics

social pressure

Estimating distance

Understanding direction

Topographical map

reading

Orienting oneself on the

map.

Learning an orienteering

challenge

Pacing- using 2 strides

(pace), students will

walk/jog between 2

points and convert # of

paces into feet.

Reading a compass and

determining other ways

to find North, South,

East and West.

Recognizing the lines

and demarcations for

different land formations

Identify where you are

on the map when

walking through the

Compass/bearing

(Pinwheel activity)

(site specific)

Mini orienteering course

to find 6 control points.

(Site Specific)

campus and the

adjoining woods.

Reading the map and

locating control points

under time pressure and

accuracy

8th Grade Orienteering

Assessment

Transfer Task

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Adventure Challenge Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Health concepts are essential for wellness and a health-enhancing lifestyle.

Safety impacts individual and community well-being.

Essential Questions:

How can physical activity choices impact my life as an adolescent?

How would you evaluate your physical activity choices and the way they affect your ability to achieve your fitness and activity

goals?

How can using safe practices and strategies influence injury prevention, emergency preparedness and conflict management?

How do you determine an environment is safe?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania

Standards

Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-

specific

vocabulary to

inform about or

explain the topic

10.3.6. C. Describe

strategies to avoid or

manage conflict and

violence.

10.3.6. D. Analyze the

role of individual

responsibility for safety

during physical activity.

10.4.6. F. Identify and

describe positive and

negative interactions of

group members in

physical activities.

10.5.6 A. Explain and

Team Challenge

Partner

Small group

Big group

Safety rules

Cooping with fear

Rational decision

making

Developing

communication

skills

Leaders and

followers

Develop strength

and flexibility

Develop self esteem

Creating teamwork

Enhancing

cooperation skills

Problem solving

8th Grade Team

Challenge Assessment

apply the basic

movement skills and

concepts to create and

perform movement

sequences and advanced

skills.

10.5.6. E. Identify and

use scientific principles

that affect basic

movement and skills

using appropriate

vocabulary

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Biking Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Participation in physical activity impacts wellness throughout a lifetime.

Community well-being is dependent upon a balance of personal and social responsibility.

Essential Questions:

What can you observe and infer about the way your personal choices affect the functioning of the body?

How can exercise be used to improve health and fitness?

How can strategies affect the outcome of a game or physical activity?

How can you become an advanced mover?

How can the individual impact the group during physical activities and how can the group impact the individual during

physical activities?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-

specific vocabulary

to inform about or

explain the topic

10.3.6 .A. Explain and

apply safe practices in the

home, school and

community.

emergencies (e.g., fire,

natural disasters)

personal safety (e.g.,

home alone, latch key,

harassment)

communication (e.g.,

telephone, Internet)

violence prevention

(e.g., gangs, weapons)

10.3.6. B. Know and apply

appropriate emergency

responses.

Class rules

Equipment Safety

Helmet Fit

Bike Sizing

Attendance Cards

Class Rules

Whistle System

Moving Helmet and Bike

Ranks

(Number Identification

on Rank)

Removing Bikes From

Racks

Helmet square on head

Chin Strap Adjustment

Back Dial Adjustment

Identify proper fitting

8th Grade Biking

Assessment

basic first aid

Heimlich maneuver

universal

precautions

10.3.6 D. Analyze the role

of individual responsibility

for safety during physical

activity.

10.4.6. E. Identify factors

that have an impact on the

relationship between

regular participation in

physical activity and the

degree of motor skill

improvement.

10.4.6. F. Identify and

describe positive and

negative interactions of

group members in physical

activities.

ABC Check

Mounting

Dismounting

Riding Positions

Gearing

bike

Air, Brakes, Cranks

Straddle Mount

Power Pedal Start

Glide Start

Stop and Step Off to

Straddle

Swing Leg Over to Stop

Emergency Stop

In Saddle

Standing

Forward

Off of Seat Over back

Tire

Gear Up and Gear Down

including Front and Back

Sprockets

Biking Article Transfer

Task

Biking Rubric

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Fitness Lab Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Participation in physical activity impacts wellness throughout a lifetime.

Quality lifelong movement is based on scientific concepts/principles.

Essential Questions:

How can physical activity choices impact my life as an adolescent?

What principles can be used to improve physical fitness?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-specific

vocabulary to

inform about or

explain the topic

10.4.6. A: Identify and

engage in moderate to

vigorous physical

activities that contribute

to physical fitness and

health.

10.4.6. B: Explain the

effects of regular

participation in moderate

to vigorous physical

activities on the body

systems.

10.4.6. C. Identify and

apply ways to monitor

and assess the body’s

response to moderate to

vigorous physical

activity.

Fitness lab Heart Rate

Resting

Maximal

Target Zone

Weight Lifting

Set

Repetition

Weight Stations

Muscular Strength

Muscular Endurance

Cardiovascular

Heart Rate

Machine Stations

Flexibility

Range of Motion

Elasticity

Plasticity

Dynamic Warm-up

Walking

Fitness Center Daily Log

Cards (Site specific)

10.4.6. D. Describe

factors that affect

childhood physical

activity preferences.

10.5.6. A. Explain and

apply the basic

movement skills and

concepts to create and

perform movement

sequences and advanced

skills.

10.5.6. B. Identify and

apply the concepts of

motor skill development

to a variety of basic skills

Lunges/Lunges

w/Twist

Knee Hugs

High Knees/ Butt

Kicks

Ankle Raises

Leg Claps

Yoga

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Golf Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Participation in physical activity impacts wellness throughout a lifetime.

Quality lifelong movement is based on scientific concepts/principles.

Essential Questions:

Why do people choose the physical activities they participate in over a lifetime?

How can participation in physical activity enhance my life?

How can you enhance the quality of movement for lifelong participation in physical activity?

What knowledge is necessary to create a personal fitness program?

How do scientific principles, biomechanical principles and practice strategies influence movement forms?

What knowledge is needed to select an appropriate response in a variety of physical activities?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-

specific

vocabulary to

inform about or

explain the topic

10.4.9 F. Analyze the

effects of positive and

negative interaction of

adolescent group member in

physical activity

group dynamics

social pressure

10.5.9 A. Describe and

apply the components of

skill related fitness to

movement performance

agility

balance

coordination

power

Golf Fundamentals

Swing

Grip:

Baseball, overlap,

interlock

Stance:

Ball position,

posture

Full Swing:

Take away

Back swing

Follow through

**head position stays

the same throughout**

Pitch shot:

Stance

Ball placement

Skill Check Off Sheet

reaction time

speed

Game Strategy

Golf Etiquette

Distance control:

knee to knee or belt

to belt

Chip shot:

Same as pitch

Putting:

Stance

Grip

Ball placement

Hit through the ball

Aim

Pendulum swing

Wrist and forearm

locked

Scoring:

Birdie, par, bogie,

eagle

Etiquette

No disturbance or

distraction

Safety

Honesty and

integrity

Pace of play

Care of the course

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Racquet Activities Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Participation in physical activity impacts wellness throughout a lifetime.

Quality lifelong movement is based on scientific concepts/principles.

Essential Questions:

How can strategies affect the outcome of a game or physical activity?

How can exercise be used to improve health and fitness?

How are scientific principles important in physical activities?

How does participating in physical activity affect you?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-

specific vocabulary

to inform about or

explain the topic

10.4.6. A: Identify and

engage in moderate to

vigorous physical

activities that contribute

to physical fitness and

health.

10.4.6. B: Explain the

effects of regular

participation in moderate

to vigorous physical

activities on the body

systems.

10.4.6. D. Describe

factors that affect

childhood physical

Racket Activities

Warm-up

Basic Hits

Etiquette/ rules/court

Strategies

Volley with a partner- back

up after 5 successful hits

Perform Forehand

technique

Perform Backhand

technique

Perform Serve

Review etiquette, rules and

the court lines

8th Grade Racquet Sports

Assessment

activity preferences.

10.5.6. A. Explain and

apply the basic

movement skills and

concepts to create and

perform movement

sequences and advanced

skills.

10.5.6. C. Describe the

relationship between

practice and skill

development.

10.5.6 D. Describe and

apply the principles of

exercise to the

components of health-

related and skill-related

fitness.

Tournament

Play offensive/defensive

game using ball only

Tournament- doubles

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Volleyball Grade: 8

Enduring Understandings:

Participation in physical activity impacts wellness throughout a lifetime.

Community well-being is dependent upon a balance of personal and social responsibility.

Essential Questions:

How can I prepare my body for safe physical activity?

What types of strategies would you use to be successful in a complex game situation?

How would you evaluate your physical activity choices and the way they affect your ability to achieve your fitness and activity

goals?

How can you improve the quality of complex movements?

Common Core

Standards

Pennsylvania Standards Content Skills Assessment

CC.3.6.6-8.B. Use

precise language

and domain-

specific vocabulary

to inform about or

explain the topic

10.3.6. D. Analyze the

role of individual

responsibility for safety

during physical activity

10.4.6. E. Identify factors

that have an impact on

the relationship between

regular participation in

physical activity and the

degree of motor skill

improvement.

10.4.6. F. Identify and

describe positive and

negative interactions of

group members in

physical activities.

10.5.6. A. Explain and

Volleyball

Rules

Passing

Attacks

Serving

Team Play

Forearm Pass

Set

Hit

Use of 3 hits

8th Grade Volleyball

Assessment

apply the basic

movement skills and

concepts to create and

perform movement

sequences and advanced

skills.

10.5.6. B. Identify and

apply the concepts of

motor skill development

to a variety of basic

skills.

10.5.6. C. Describe the

relationship between

practice and skill

development.

10.5.6 D. Describe and

apply the principles of

exercise to the

components of health-

related and skill-related

fitness.

10.5.6. E. Identify and

use scientific principles

that affect basic

movement and skills

using appropriate

vocabulary.

10.5.6. F. Identify and

apply game strategies to

basic games and physical

activities

Rubric