Lesson 1: Tents
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Students will understand the different types of tents.
Students will know how to choose a campsite.
Students will demonstrate how to set up a tent.
How might sleeping with your head facing slightly uphill or downhill affect your comfort?
Why is the rainfly essential, and how does its setup prevent interior condensation?
How do guy lines and proper staking keep the tent structurally sound in high winds?
Freestanding
A frame
Vestibule
Rain Fly
Grommet
Stake
Footprint
S5.M6.12: Works cooperatively with others to achieve common goals in a variety of physical activities.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are developed through analyzing tent placement and erecting a tent, which can translate to standardized test problem-solving.
DOK 2: Students will need to come up with solutions to several scenarios.
Camping has become a popular activity that students will most likely participate in, and knowing how to set up a campsite is an important skill to ensure enjoyment.
Some students may think camping is a survivalist activity.
Students may think that they do not need to prepare because they can look up a problem on the internet or ask SIri.
Check lists and skill sheets
Small group activities
Modeling
Videos
Students will work in small groups to set up several types of tents (large cabin, A-frame, & dome).
Students will take a written assessment on rules to follow when setting up a camp.
Tents, ground cloths, sleeping pads, rain flys