Putting together a tech deck skate park

English Language Arts

• The child practiced writing skills by creating a list of materials needed for the skate park.
• They used descriptive language to explain the design and layout of the skate park.
• Reading about different skateboarding tricks and techniques helped improve their comprehension skills.
• Writing a step-by-step guide for assembling the skate park enhanced their ability to write clear and concise instructions.

Math

• The child applied measurement skills to determine the dimensions of the skate park elements.
• They calculated the total area of the skate park by adding the areas of individual components.
• Using a budget, they budgeted and estimated costs for purchasing the necessary materials.
• They used basic geometry concepts to plan and construct ramps and obstacles with specific angles and slopes.

Science

• The child learned about the forces of gravity and friction through observing how the tech deck skateboards moved on different surfaces.
• They experimented with different materials to understand their properties and how they affect the durability of the skate park.
• They explored the principles of balance and center of gravity while designing ramps and obstacles to ensure stability.
• Understanding the concept of potential and kinetic energy was evident when observing the movement of the tech deck skateboards.

For continued development, encourage the child to research and explore different skate park designs and styles. They can try to incorporate more advanced tricks and obstacles into their skate park creations, challenging themselves to think creatively and innovate. Additionally, they can write a persuasive essay or create a presentation advocating for the benefits of skateboarding and the importance of skate parks in communities.

Book Recommendations

• Skateboard Party by Karen English: Join Ty and his friends as they navigate the world of skateboarding, facing challenges and learning valuable life lessons along the way.
• Skateboard Breakdown by Jake Maddox: Follow Max as he overcomes obstacles and discovers his love for skateboarding in this action-packed story.
• Skateboard Sonar by Eric Stevens: Dive into the thrilling world of skateboarding with Jake as he pushes his limits to become a professional skateboarder.