Curated OER
Skateboarding Puzzle
In this skateboarding word search puzzle, students locate terms dealing specifically with the sport of skateboarding. Terms include such words as ramps, scoop, and backslide. A list of 18 terms is provided to assist students in their...
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Project Ideas: Popping an Ollie: Skateboards and Physics
In this science fair project, investigate the effect of speed on the distance and height of the skateboard trick the "ollie". The Science Buddies project ideas are set up consistently beginning with an abstract, objective, and...
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.
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.
Other
The History of Skateboarding in Less Than 1700 Words
This site provides information on the history of the sport of skateboarding.
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...
Read Works
Read Works: How to Ride a Skateboard
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text explaining how to ride a skateboard. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Read Works
Read Works: Amra and the Skateboard
[Free Registration/Login Required] This fiction passage addresses a plot of a girl who wants to try skateboarding like her male peers were doing. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and...
Read Works
Read Works: Great Wall Great Jump
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read about daredevil skateboarder Danny Way and his attempt to jump the Great Wall of China. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in drawing conclusions.
Read Works
Read Works: School of Skate
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about after school skateboarding classes being offered at some schools. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
