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Newspaper Page TextA12 THE BULLETIN • TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 © 2021 by Vicki Whiting, Editor Jeff Schinkel, Graphics Vol. 37, No. 42 Should people be able to ride skateboards on sidewalks? Some people say, “For sure!” and others say, “Definitely not!” Today’s Kid Scoop looks at both sides of the issue and lets you ask, think and decide for yourself. Below are some TRUE facts about skateboarding history as well as a few that are FALSE. Do the math under each statement. If the answer is EVEN, that statement is TRUE. If the answer is ODD, it’s FALSE. 1958: The skateboard is made from roller skates attached to a board. It is a way to surf when there are no waves—sidewalk surfing. 12 + 14 - 8 = Streets are dangerous places to ride skateboards. Riders risk being hit by a car or falling in front of one. 1963: The first skateboard contest is held in California. 27 + 19 - 4 = Some people are afraid that skateboarders zipping along sidewalks endanger pedestrians, especially older people and small children who may have difficulty getting out of the way of a speeding skateboard. 1969: Tony Hawk wins the stunt competition at the first X Games. 21 + 11 - 9 = 1973: The invention of urethane wheels turns a formerly noisy, bumpy ride smooth and silent. Because the urethane wheels grip concrete better, curbs, ditches and other terrain become skating courses. 27 + 15 - 3 = The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission suggests that skateboarders should never ride in the street. Before you answer, ask, think and then decide. Concerns for the safety of skateboarders and pedestrians has led to the development of skate parks in many communities. Find the two identical skateboarders. Ask friends and family members for their opinion. Write down their reasons for or against skateboarding on sidewalks on a sheet of paper. 1977: President Jimmy Carter makes history by skateboarding to his inauguration ceremony. 27 + 19 - 5 = 1985: Scientists in Norway discover an ancient skateboard dating back to the year 535 A.D. 17 + 13 - 7 = List three reasons why some people say YES to skateboards on sidewalks and three reasons why some people say NO to skateboards on sidewalks. YES 1976-78: The California drought forces homeowners to drain their pools. Empty pools become mini-skate parks. New tricks are invented. 19 + 19 - 8 = 2000s: Many cities have built skate parks and provide camps and lessons that are available to young people. NO 22 + 8 - 4 = Standards Link: History/Social Studies: Students know how to interpret timelines. Look through the newspaper to find: • A picture of a street or sidewalk • Something with wheels • A person who might ride a skateboard • The letters that spell pedestrian You’ve asked questions, you’ve thought about what each side has to say. Now it’s time for YOU to decide. Write down your opinion here: Standards Link: Research: Use the newspaper to locate information. Standards Link: Research: Students compare information and draw conclusions. The most important piece of equipment a skateboarder needs is a Use the Skateboard Secret Code to find the answer. Standards Link: Reading Comprehension: Follow simple written directions. SKATEBOARD DEBATE SIDEWALKS S T D R E U S S I T AFRAID N O I N I P O I T E OPINION A S A Y S D A D H R RISK SECRET K F R E E I E E I C SAFETY N S F B T H E W N E RIDE D R A O B E T A K S WHEELS H T A P T E M L E H HELMET E W H E E L S K S T ASK THINK R E Y T E F A S E T PATH Standards Link: Letter sequencing. Recognize identical words. Skim and scan reading. Recall spelling patterns. ISSUE Having a Say Standards Link: Language Arts: Students respond to comments (e.g., gives reasons in support of opinions, responds to others’ ideas). This week’s word: PEDESTRIAN The noun pedestrian means someone who travels by walking. Pedestrians should always use crosswalks when crossing the street. Try to use the word pedestrian in a sentence today when talking with your friends and family members. Brain Builders ANSWER: Because he wasn’t using his head. Look at the letters to the editor section of your newspaper and read a letter that interests you. Do you think the person did a good job of expressing his or her position on this debate? What could you add to their letter? Complete the grid by using all the letters in the word SKATER in each vertical and horizontal row. Each letter should only be used once in each row. Some spaces have been filled in for you. List three to five ways you can think of to exercise your brain.