1. Relating to Objects
Catherine Smrekar

2. More predictable, less dynamic
Enhances student’s awareness and ability to function effectively in relation to objects
Standard 2-“Applies movement concepts and principles to the learning and development of motor skills.”
Sample benchmark-“…identifies and uses a variety of relationships with objects.”

3. Concepts On/off Along Through Over/under Around/surrounding
Progression: Precontrol  Control  Utilization
Individual objects  multiple objects  people as objects

4. Importance outside of P.E.
Not just when approaching objects
Need to avoid collision
Reactions to objects

5. Dance & Gymnastics

7. Other examples of objects

8. Jump rope hurdle with cones
Newspaper/milk jug hurdle
Low boxes/benches
Obstacle course