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Macmillan/McGraw-Hill Health Grade 5
Grade 5
e-Journal

Health Online

Gear Up for Safety

Step 1. Questions

When playing a sport, you need to wear safety gear. Safety gear can help prevent injuries. Before starting a sport, find out what equipment you need. Different sports need different equipment.



For this e-Journal project, you will research and write about safety equipment for the sport or game of your choice. Use the following questions to guide you along the way.
  • What equipment is required for the sport or game you have selected?

  • What is the proper care of the equipment? What should you check for before using it?

  • What are some injuries that are common to the sport? How can safety equipment reduce these injuries?

  • What other questions do you have about sports and safety equipment?
First, visit the Web sites listed in Step 2. Then, research the answers to these questions. Take notes in the note-taking boxes. You may also visit other approved Web sites, or research safety equipment in other resources at the library.



Then, follow Steps 3 and 4 to write your report.



Step 2. Research

Research answers for the questions you were asked in Step 1. Visit these Web sites. Take notes about them on this page, too!

BAM: Body & Mind: Survival Skills
Click on a sport to find out what safety gear is needed. Follow the links to find safety information for each sport, and to learn about specific pieces of equipment.
Take Notes:



Injury Prevention: For Kids
Brought to you by the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, this site is designed to help prevent sports-related injuries. Click on “Sports and Recreation” and get a full menu of sports and activities to choose from. Discover the proper gear to wear and read important safety tips.
Take Notes:





Take Notes:



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