Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply geometric concepts to analyze and understand the movements and angles involved in skateboarding.

Materials and Prep

• Pen or pencil
• Graph paper
• Ruler

No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.

Activities

1. Activity 1: Drawing Skate Park Obstacles

   Using the graph paper, draw different skate park obstacles such as ramps, rails, and halfpipes. Make sure to include different angles and measurements for each obstacle.

2. Activity 2: Calculating Angles

   Choose one of the skate park obstacles you drew in Activity 1. Measure the angles involved in the obstacle using the ruler. Calculate the sum of the angles and determine if they form a straight line, right angle, acute angle, or obtuse angle.

3. Activity 3: Analyzing Movement

   Watch a skateboarding video or observe skateboarders in a park. Identify and describe the different types of movements and angles involved in their tricks and maneuvers. Use your knowledge of geometry to explain how these movements and angles affect the skateboarder's trajectory and balance.

United Kingdom: Year 7 Talking Points

• "In the United Kingdom, skateboarding is a popular recreational activity and sport."
• "Geometry plays a crucial role in understanding the movements and angles involved in skateboarding."
• "Angles are measured in degrees and can be classified as acute, obtuse, right, or straight."
• "Understanding angles helps skateboarders analyze and plan their movements to perform tricks and maneuvers."
• "Geometry can be applied to real-life scenarios, such as skateboarding, to solve problems and analyze movements."