CONNECT
The Olympics represent a moment of global celebration of the sporting spirit, bringing together athletes from around the world in an elite competition. The Olympics continue to evolve and adapt to modern times, reflecting the growing diversity and innovation in the global sports scene. One of the most striking and exciting inclusions was the addition of skateboarding as an official Olympic sport. Skateboarding, which has flourished for decades as a vibrant subculture and artistic expression on the streets worldwide, has now gained the prestige and recognition it deserves on the world’s biggest sports stages. The inclusion of skateboarding in the Olympics not only recognizes the sport as legitimate but also celebrates its diverse culture. With varied styles, from street skating to vert aerial maneuvers, skateboarding attracts both practitioners and spectators. Furthermore, its entry into the Olympics offers opportunities for new athletes to compete globally while inspiring others to follow the same path.
Watch the video “Incredible 🛹 skateboard tricks at #Tokyo2020”:
CONTEMPLATE
• Does your school have any Olympic sports? Which ones? Did you participate?
• Have you ever ridden a skateboard? How was it? Or do you still want to ride one?
ACTIVITY PROPOSAL
SKATEBOARDER
Skateboarding is more than a sport; it’s a form of artistic expression and a lifestyle. Skateboarders have the freedom to explore their creativity, develop their own style, and overcome challenges. In addition to providing fun and community, skateboarding offers physical benefits such as muscle strengthening and coordination development, and mental benefits such as focus, resilience, and self-confidence. Trying skateboarding is not just a recreational activity but also a journey of self-discovery and connection with other skateboarders.
BUILD
Build a skateboarder with the pieces from the LEGO® EDUCATION WeDo 2.0 Technological Kit.
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Watch the video and see how the skateboarder works:
ASSEMBLY PROGRAM
Make the skateboarder move as shown in the video.
1. Create the program as shown below:
2. Explain to the rest of the class how the skateboarder worked.
CONTINUE
Answer the questions and share the answers with your classmates.
• Did you face any difficulty during the assembly? What was it?
• In the programming, what could be changed to alter the direction of the skateboarder’s movement?
After the construction, store all materials used.