Curated OER
Riding the Gravity Wave
Students write a sketch of an artist or athlete that has pushed the limits on gravity. They explore concepts of rhythm, balance and friction. They examine how engineers design sports equipment.
Curated OER
Fishing Unit with Field Trip
Students complete a unit on the hobby of fishing. They assemble the line with the necessary equipment (hook, swivel, bobbers, weights, and lures.) They practice casting and discover what to do when they catch a fish. They follow with...
Curated OER
Create a Cavern
Students make a classroom cave using chairs, desks, and sheets to create a meandering path. They explore safety steps for spelunking exploration.
Manchester College
Underhand Toss
A great lesson to teach the fundamentals of the underhand toss. Begin with some warm-ups, review how to do the underhand roll, and then teach the new skill of the underhand toss. The teaching activity is scaffolded and includes good...
Curated OER
The Lure and Lore of Weight Lifting
Students examine the importance of physical activity and positive reasons for weight training. They analyze and discuss a famous ad, read and summarize an article, and identify the benefits of resistance training.
Curated OER
TE Activity: Heavy Helicopters
Young scholars study the concepts of weight and drag while making paper helicopters. They measure how adding more weight to the helicopter changes the time for the helicopter to fall to the ground. They apply what they examine to the...
Curated OER
Sciences Working Together
Pupils research articles about science technology and society. In this science and technology lesson, students answer questions about an article they chose. They share what they learned with their peers.
Curated OER
Recreation Book- Book Report
In this literature worksheet, student read a non-fiction book about a recreational activity that includes the rules and regulations. They write a dictionary of terms, teach others how to play, make a "play safe" poster, videotape the...
Curated OER
Sars
High schoolers discuss the Sars outbreak in 2003. In this biology lesson, students research the effect of the outbreak to the world. They create a public announcement about the topic.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Your Safety: Play It Safe
Choose from a large collection of sports activities, from baseball, to snorkeling, to yoga, to find out how to stay safe while participating. In addition, find out more about each sport-what equipment is needed, how to play, what parts...
Curated OER
Kids Health: Five Ways to Avoid Sports Injuries
This resource addresses sports safety and discusses the precautions you should take before taking your place on the field. Learn about protective gear and proper warm-up techniques. Also includes advice for helping sports injuries heal...
Curated OER
Kids Health: Sports and Exercise Safety
Injuries are inevitable in some sports, but they are preventable. Through the use of equipment and caution these injuries can be understood and avoided. Links to related sites are also available.
Kidsource OnLine
Kid Source on Line: Skateboard Safety Tips
Sprains, fractures, contusions and abrasions are the most common types of injuries from riding a skateboard. Deaths due to collisions with cars and from falls also are reported. Several factors - lack of protective equipment, poor board...
National Science Foundation
National Science Foundation: The Science of the Olympic Winter Games
A 16-part video series from the partnership of NBC and the National Science Foundation, on the "physics, biology, chemistry, and materials engineering behind the Olympic Winter Games." Exciting and engaging videos give new meaning to...
Other
The Big Think: The Brutal Physics of Football
Describes some changes that have taken place in football to make the game safer, and includes two videos where scientists explain the physics behind football and the importance of designing good safety equipment, especially for head...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind: Gymnastics
Meet an expert gymnast to learn about the sport of gymnastics. Find out what gear you need, how to play, safety tips, and more.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Archery
A curriculum to introduce the sport of indoor target archery. The course includes lecture materials, calendar of activities, suggested reading, and video demonstrations that emphasizes the care and use of equipment, safety, techniques,...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Cheerleading
Here you can learn all about the sport of cheerleading! Find out what kind of equipment you will need to get started, how to play it safe, what kind of arm motions and jumps you will need to learn, and some fun facts!
Other
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Tips to Prevent Gymnastic Injuries
This resource offers tips to prevent gymnastics injuries and when to return to the sport after injuries.
Kidsource OnLine
Kid Source on Line: 10 Health Tips Every Youth Baseball Coach Should Know
This site discusses ten basic safety and health tips every youth baseball player, parent, and coach should be aware of.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Concussions: What to Do
Concussions usually result from a sports related injury or accident. Find out more about this serious condition, how they are treated, and how to prevent them. The site also includes links to similar sites.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind: Water Skiing
Get expert advice on the sport of water skiing. Learn what equipment you'll need, safety tips, and how to get started in water skiing.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind: Golf
Meet an expert golfer who will help you learn more about the sport of golf. Discover what equipment you need, how to play, safety tips, and some fun facts.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Body and Mind: Canoeing/kayaking
Learn from an expert what you need to know if you are interested in kayaking or canoeing. Find out the equipment you'll need, safety tips, and how its done.