In this lesson, you have learned many ways to prevent injuries, whether you are playing a sport or doing yard work. You’ve seen how important it is to warm up and stretch, to use appropriate protective gear, to stay hydrated, and to cool down.
Not every injury can be prevented. But most can be made less severe by following the guidelines presented in this lesson.
For this week’s activity, you will brainstorm possible injuries related to a variety of physical activities. You will note the causes of these injuries and ways to prevent them. Then, you will create a safety poster for a sport or physical activity of your choice.
Click the Activity button below to access the worksheet where you will record your work for the rest of the week. When you have completed this assignment, submit it to your teacher.
Your work on this assignment will be evaluated according to the following rubric.
| Points | Criteria | |
|---|---|---|
| Part A 30 Points |
3 | For each activity listed, you brainstorm possible injuries associated with that activity. |
| Part B 40 Points |
5 | For each type of injury listed, you note signs and symptoms of the injury, possible causes of the injury, and ways to prevent the injury. |
| Part C 30 Points |
10 | Your poster mentions at least 3 kinds of injuries that can occur in your chosen sport or activity. |
| 10 | You offer at least one way to prevent each type of injury. | |
| 10 | Your poster visually interesting and includes photographs, illustrations, and/or colorful text. |
