Unit Plan 27 (Grade K PE): Fitness Fun
Kindergarten students stay active and engaged through playful fitness games like “Clean the Yard,” building endurance, repeated effort, and joyful participation while moving safely.
Focus: Help students build active participation and joyful movement through playful fitness games that keep bodies moving, encourage repeated effort, and make exercise feel exciting.
Grade Level: K
Subject Area: Physical Education (Active Participation • Fitness Play • Enjoyment of Movement)
Total Unit Duration: 2 core sessions + 2 optional sessions (1–2 weeks), 20–30 minutes per session
I. Introduction
Students continue building Kindergarten PE confidence by learning that fitness can feel like play. At this age, students respond well to short, energetic activities that keep them moving, changing directions, and rejoining the action quickly. This unit uses jumping jacks and jogging as a warm-up and then moves into a fun Clean the Yard game where students stay active by collecting and moving objects across a shared space. The goal is to help students participate in sustained physical activity while also showing smiles, enthusiasm, and positive energy during movement games.
Essential Questions
- How can I keep my body moving during PE?
- How can fitness games feel fun?
- What helps me stay active during a game?
- How can I show joy and energy while I move?
II. Objectives and Standards
Learning Objectives — Students will be able to:
- Participate actively in physical activity for a short sustained period of time.
- Stay engaged in movement games with repeated effort and minimal downtime.
- Show enjoyment and enthusiasm during active fitness play.
- Use safe movement while traveling, collecting, and returning objects in a game.
Standards Alignment — Kindergarten (SHAPE America-based custom)
- PE:S3.Ka Participate actively in physical activity for a sustained short period of time.
- Example: Students engage in tag or relay games for several minutes without stopping.
- PE:S5.Ka Show enjoyment and enthusiasm during physical activities.
- Example: Students participate with smiles and positive energy in movement games.
Success Criteria — Student Language
- I can keep moving during the game.
- I can stay active for a short time without giving up.
- I can show joy and energy in PE.
- I can move safely while I play.