Objective

By the end of this lesson, the Kindergarten grade-level homeschool student will be able to demonstrate basic skateboarding skills and knowledge, including balancing, pushing, and turning.

Materials and Prep

• Skateboard
• Helmet
• Flat and smooth surface
• Cones or markers (optional)

Prior knowledge: None

Activities

1. Introduction to Skateboarding

Begin by discussing what skateboarding is and why it can be a fun and healthy activity. Show pictures or videos of skateboarders to spark interest.

2. Balancing Practice

Have the student stand on the skateboard with one foot on each side. Encourage them to find their balance and try to stay on the board without falling off. They can hold onto a stable object for support if needed.

3. Pushing and Gliding

Teach the student how to push off the ground with one foot while keeping the other foot on the skateboard. Encourage them to push and glide, gradually increasing their speed and distance.

4. Turning and Steering

Show the student how to shift their weight to turn the skateboard. Practice turning in both directions and explain the importance of steering to avoid obstacles.

5. Obstacle Course

Set up a simple obstacle course using cones or markers (if available). Encourage the student to navigate through the course, practicing their balancing, pushing, gliding, and turning skills.

Kindergarten Grade Talking Points

• "Skateboarding is a sport where people ride on a special board with wheels called a skateboard."
• "Skateboarding can be a fun way to exercise and stay active."
• "To skateboard, we need to learn how to balance on the board and push with our foot to make it move."
• "When we stand on the skateboard, we need to find our balance so we don't fall off."
• "To make the skateboard move, we push off the ground with one foot while keeping the other foot on the skateboard."
• "We can turn the skateboard by shifting our weight and leaning in the direction we want to go."
• "It's important to steer and turn the skateboard to avoid bumping into things or falling off."
• "We can have fun practicing our skateboarding skills by creating an obstacle course to navigate through."