Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply arithmetic skills in a fun gymnastics-themed activity.

Materials and Prep

• Pencil and paper
• Gymnastics-themed worksheets (provided below)
• Access to a safe open space for physical activity

Activities

• Warm-up: Start the lesson with a brief warm-up routine, incorporating simple gymnastics movements like stretching, jumping jacks, and arm circles.
• Arithmetic Circuit: Set up a circuit with different stations, each representing a math problem. For example, Station 1 can be addition, Station 2 can be subtraction, and so on. Provide worksheets or flashcards with gymnastics-related questions at each station.
• Complete the Circuit: Guide the student through the circuit, solving the math problems at each station. Encourage them to perform a gymnastics movement or pose before moving on to the next station.
• Cool-down: Finish the lesson with a cool-down routine, incorporating gentle stretches and deep breathing exercises.

Third Grade Talking Points

• "Mathematics is an important subject that helps us solve problems and make sense of numbers."
• "Today, we will be applying our arithmetic skills to solve gymnastics-themed math problems."
• "Addition is when we combine two or more numbers to find the total."
• "Subtraction is when we take away a number from another number to find the difference."
• "We can use our math skills to solve problems while having fun with gymnastics movements."
• "Remember to always listen to your body and be safe while practicing gymnastics."