Physical Education Word of the Week
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Physical Education Word of the Week!!!!
The Word of the Week (WOW!) is an
initiative that introduces a new robust and
rigorous vocabulary word once a week.
The WOW is integrated through all grades and
is posted on the dry erase board. See below for
a list of our vocabulary words, the definition,
how it applies in our class, and how the students
are able to apply it in their everyday life.
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Control: To direct the actions or function of something.
In Phys. Ed. we had to demonstrate control over the soccer ball while dribbling, passing, and trapping.
Our students application:
"We control our behavior by being respectful and kind to everyone around us."
"We use the handlebars on our bicycle to control the direction we move."
Anticipate: To expect or predict; to regard as probable.
In Phys. Ed. we anticipate how a playground will bounce when we apply varied amounts of force.
Our Students application:
"When the sun is setting I anticipate that my bedtime is soon."
"When I wake up to the smell of pancakes I anticipate that I will have them for breakfast"
Always: Without exception; continuous.
In Phys. Ed. we always try our best.
Our Students application:
"I always brush my teeth before I go to bed."
"We always have dinner at night."
Consistent: Always acting or behaving in the same way.
In P.E. we are consistent with our expectations of the students.
Our student's application:
"I am consistently on time for school."
"I am working on consistently getting good grades in math."
Exhibit: to show or display outwardly especially by visible signs or actions.
In P.E. we can exhibit proper technique when working on a skill.
Our students application:
"I exhibit good listening skills by following the directions being given."
"We can exhibit the proper pencil grip when writing."
Demonstrate: To prove something by showing examples of it.
In P.E. we demonstrate proper listening position by quietly sitting on our floor spots.
Our students application:
"My Dad demonstrated how to hammer a nail into a piece of wood."
"I demonstrate to my little brother how to hold a pencil."
Technique: A way of doing something by a special talent or skill.
In Phys. Ed. we have learned the proper technique in many sport and fitness skills.
Our students application:
"My Dad taught me the right technique on how to ride my 2 wheeler."
"My big brother showed me the right swimming technique."
Transition: The process or period of changing from one state to another.
In Phys. Ed. we transition from warm-ups to activity on a daily basis.
Our students application:
"Every morning I transition out of my bed into the bathroom."
"My little sister is going to transition from her crib into a big girl bed."
Form: The shape or structure of something; established method of order or proceeding.
In Phys. Ed. we teach the students the proper form on many exercises and athletic movements.
Our students' application:
"My Mom shows me the proper form when she drives her car."
"My teacher showed me the right form for holding my crayon."
Pace: consistent and continuous speed.
In Phys. Ed. we teach the students how to pace themselves when we jog.
Our students' application:
"My dad always tells me to pace myself when I am reading."
"I have a hard time pacing myself when I do the mile jog in gym."
Differentiate: Recognize what makes something or someone different.
In Phys Ed. we differentiated the heights of the Chinese jump ropes for each child.
Our student's application:
" I can differentiate shapes that I have learned."
"We differentiate foods that we eat."
Involuntary: done without will or conscious control.
Our application: When teaching the Cardiovascular System, we explain that this is an involuntary process.
Our Student's application:
" I sneeze, and that's involuntary."
"When I blink, it is an involuntary action."
Perform: to carry out or accomplish.
Our application: Our students perform exercises and various skills during our class.
Our Student's application:
"I perform different dance steps in my dance class."
"I like when my Mom and I perform jumping jacks."
Pre: a prefix; prior to; before
Our application: Exercises that we have previously taught the students.
Our students' application:
"We take a spelling pretest to prepare for the actual test."
"I like to watch the pregame show before an Islanders game."
Dis: a prefix; apart, away
Our application: We can discover different ways we can travel in the gymnasium.
Our students' application:
"My Mom and I disagree on what I should have for breakfast"
Signal: a gesture, action, or sound that is used to convey a message.
Our application: We signal starting and stopping exercises, events, and activities.
Our students' application:
"We stop at traffic signals."
"My soccer coach uses his whistle to signal us to stop moving."
