Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Geocaching

Subject Area

Physical Education

Grade(s)

6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Overview

This geocaching lesson includes links to a geocaching video and online resources. This plan includes warm-up and assessment ideas.

Objectives:

● The student will be able to download the free geocaching app onto their phones (if students don’t have access to a phone they can share with other students and/or the teacher).
● Students will be able to follow a map and locate the area of the cache.
● Students will be able to find a cache based on the directions of the app.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 6

    PE19.6.3.4

    Identify available technology to enhance physical activity.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

    PE19.7.3.4

    Utilize available technology to enhance physical activity.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

    PE19.8.3.4

    Determine the benefits of using available technology during physical activity.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

    PE19.8.3.6

    Use available technology to evaluate the quantity of individual exercise needed for optimal functioning.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Beginning Kinesiology - Level 1

    PE19.BK1.1.1

    Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in one or more lifetime activities.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Beginning Kinesiology - Level 1

    PE19.BK1.2.1

    Explain the terminology associated with exercise and participation in selected individual-performance activities.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Beginning Kinesiology - Level 2

    PE19.BK2.1.1

    Exhibit competency in activity-specific movement skills in two or more lifetime activities.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Adventure and Cooperative Activities - Level 1

    PE19.AC1.2.1

    Recognize unsafe situations related to participation in outdoor activities.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Adventure and Cooperative Activities - Level 1

    PE19.AC1.2.2

    Identify skills and components needed for the individual to participate successfully in outdoor activities.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Adventure and Cooperative Activities - Level 1

    PE19.AC1.3.1

    Identify skills to increase health benefits while participating in outdoor activities.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Adventure and Cooperative Activities - Level 1

    PE19.AC1.5.2

    Discuss and evaluate the individual benefits of participation in physical activity and outdoor sport, and the social benefits for the individual, family, school, and community.

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    Lesson/Unit Plan

    Resource Provider

    Missouri Department of Education
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