History and Heroes
Curricular Links: Social Studies, Physical Education, Language, Personal Planning
The Big Idea
Students will learn about historical events, teams and athletes that helped shape sports in British Columbia from the 1800’s through to present day. Students will also be briefly introduced to the athletes profiled in the “Hero in You” unit plan.
Objectives
- Familiarize themselves with athletes profiled in the Hero In You lesson plans
- Place athletes in their historical context
- Reflect on the significance of sports and athletes in general