Description
In this activity, students explore causes of injuries and
deaths for kids in their age group. They first formulate
a hypothesis and then conduct a class survey to find out
the answers and test their hypothesis. They also participate
in a deeper analysis of their results and see the quantity
and quality of information that can be garnered from a simple
classroom survey.
Relevant Standards
This activity fulfills science
and health education standards.
Objectives
Students will:
- Formulate a hypothesis about the leading causes of injuries
to people their age
- Collect data from classmates on the injuries they have
experienced
- Analyze the data and draw conclusions
- Examine data collected by the federal government on
injury and death, and think critically about how that
data might be used
- Discuss and analyze how to reduce the injuries and deaths
that are most prevalent among people their age
BAM! Body and Mind Resources:
- Your
Safety — This section provides suggestions on
how students can stay safe while being outside and active.
Kids are given ways to protect their bodies with proper
gear and tips on how to play safely in the water, as well
as shield themselves from sun exposure and ticks.
- Gear
Up — Students can investigate the gear they
need when they are participating in a favorite physical
activity.
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