Sports Science
The Mechanics of Movement.
With near-perfect pitches, swings, kicks, strokes and sprints, an athlete’s skills come down to countless hours of practice and a whole lot of science. Designed to excite students by bringing STEM into their favorite activities, this program thrives on action-packed learning experiences. Each day, learners investigate the mechanics of a different movement, connecting STEM concepts, like force, motion and the influence of gravity, to the movement of their own bodies. What does friction have to do with soccer? Why would a football player need to know about unbalanced forces? How would an Olympian hold up against a kangaroo in the long jump? Answer these questions and so much more in Sports Science!
Each Activity Includes:
- Schedule
- Opening & Closing Discussion
- Step-By-Step Activity Instructions
- Topic Background Information & Vocabulary
- Optional Extension Activities
- Assessment
Curriculum Topics:
- Active Investigating
- Staying Balanced
- Throwing and Catching
- Kicking and Rolling
- Jump Ropes
- Parachutes
- The Long Jump
- The High Jump
- Running
- Yoga
- Transferring Energy
- Fun and Games
