LISTEN TO THE READ ALOUD
GETTING READY TO SKATE
Astrid makes a list of what she needs to do to train for roller derby camp. She needs equipment and to get in shape by eating better and exercising.
Have you ever been in training for a sport or event? Did you stick with the training? How hard was it?
Take some time to make a list of what you need to be successful for your favorite sport or activity. It might be equipment, it might be personal characteristics or skills that you have or can build. Now write about it!
Here’s a list of some roller derby equipment. What sport do you play or would like to play? Do some research, then make your own list!
- Roller Skates
- Knee Pads
- Wrist Guards
- Elbow Pads
- Mouth Guard
- Helmet
Co-sponsored by the Ann Arbor Roller Derby (A2RD)
Ann Arbor Roller Derby is a member-run league of dedicated individuals committed to excellence in sportsmanship, fostering the sport of roller derby, facilitating goodwill and fellowship, and inspiring personal growth and development of all roller derby skaters in southeast Michigan formed in 2010.
