Radford University
Skate Ramp
Going up and down makes a more exciting ride. Pupils recall what they know about continuity and limits of functions. Working in groups, classmates design a skateboard ramp that meets a given set of criteria, using at least three...
Teach Engineering
Energy Skate Park
Skate through a simulation on energy with an a activity that uses a computer simulation of a skater to reinforce the concept of conservation of energy. The resource guides pupils through scenarios using the computer simulation to see the...
Curated OER
Skate Borders
Elementary schoolers explore how making different rectangular shapes with the same perimeter has an affect on the area of those shapes. Learners use the worksheet embedded in the plan to design their own skateboarding track. They use...
Curated OER
Skateboarding Vocabulary
In this skateboarding vocabulary skills instructional activity, students match the 10 listed skateboarding terms to the appropriate sentences that describe each of them.
Curated OER
Skateboarding Alphabet Activity
In this skateboarding worksheet, students put words that have to do with skateboarding into alphabetical order. Students put 20 words into alphabetical order.
Starfall
Where Will Skaterdog Go Next?
Skaterdog is going somewhere, all right - but where? Engage your students' interest with this activity, which allows them to write Skaterdog's story in two modalities: first, as a three-pane comic strip, and then in a three-line story.
Curated OER
5 More Ways to Have a Safe, Fun-Filled Summer!
Learners review and discuss five important summer safety tips.
Curated OER
Skateboard Renegade
Students read the novel, "Skateboard Renegade." Reading pairs read the novel with an eye out for characteristics of responsibility. They add to a responsibility chart as they find examples. They also read to identify vocabulary, cause...
Curated OER
Skateboard Fun
In this syllabication worksheet, 1st graders read the story and circle the two-syllable words in the story about skateboard fun. Students write the words from the story on the lines and also print the words cat and dog.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Skateboard Science
This site is on the science and art of skateboard design, including equipment, tricks, glossary of terms, and a live webcast of a skateboard performance.
Creative Science Centre
Creative Science Centre: Csc Longboard / Skateboard Projects
An extensive collection of links to resources on longboards and skateboards, and science projects with them.
Read Works
Read Works: Passages: Learning to Skateboard
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read a literary text about the relationship between a brother and a sister and answer questions on comprehension, main idea, text evidence, and more. Links to a paired text and paired text...
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Sport Science
In this colorful and interactive resource, students can learn about the science behind baseball, hockey, cycling, skateboarding, and surfing.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Skateboarding
Here you can learn all about the sport of skateboarding! Find out what kind of equipment you will need to get started, how to play it safe, some fun facts about the sport, and some tips on the different styles of skateboarding!
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Skateboard Science
A website developed by the Exploratorium to uncover the science of this dynamic sport. Learn the underlying physics of ollies, nollies and kickflips and the manufacturing process involved in making a modern skateboard.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Tony Hawk
Wikipedia describes the life and career of Tony Hawk, "often regarded as the best-known skateboarder today." His video games, commercial endorsements, and television cameos are listed, with links to more information.
Other
The History of Skateboarding in Less Than 1700 Words
This site provides information on the history of the sport of skateboarding.
Other
Kids Science Challenge: Skateboarding Engineering
Have you ever wanted to build your own skateboard? Well, now is your chance! Learn the process and materials used to build once, customize it yourself and send it to your friends.
Smithsonian Institution
Lemelson Center: Dude! Tony Hawk Skates Into History
A skateboard donated to the Lemelson Center by world famous skater Tony Hawk opens the door to the history of skateboarding and the culture it has evolved into.
Curated OER
Kids Health: It's Time to Exercise
This 4-page article provides tips for exercising and doing physical activities in a variety of situations. Learn how to exercise and have fun in different types of weather and read about ways to participate in physical activities in...
Orca Book Publishers
Orca Book Publishers: Skate Freak Teaching Guide [Pdf]
His skill at skateboarding gets Dorf noticed when he moves to a new city, but it may be attracting the wrong kind of friends. Skate Freak is written by Canadian author Lesley Choyce. This teacher's guide includes a book summary,...
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Body and Mind: Activity Cards
Learn about sports and activities you can participate in to get in shape and have fun. Click on the name of a specific sport and read an "Activity card," with information on sports gear, safety, and more.
Scholastic
Scholastic News: The History of Skateboarding
From its introduction to society, the offshoot of roller skating has had kids across the map sidewalk surfing since the mid 1950s. Learn about the history of skateboarding.
Other
Cha: Skating & Scooter Safety [Pdf]
There are good reasons to wear safety equipment when skateboarding. Gives a list of checks that should be performed on equipment, as well as skate surfaces.