Book 26, Question 71 · Video
Who invented basketball?
In 1891, a Canadian teacher named James Naismith was asked to invent an indoor game for students in Massachusetts during winter. He nailed two peach baskets up high on walls and wrote 13 rules. The ball had to be thrown into the basket, not carried. The bottoms of the baskets were closed at first, so someone had to climb a ladder to get the ball out.
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Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. Who invented basketball?
The Big Idea
Basketball is played all over the world! It was invented by a Canadian teacher. And it started with peach baskets!
Winter Game
Step one: Winter Game. In 1891, a Canadian teacher named James Naismith was asked to invent an indoor game for students in Massachusetts during winter. Students needed exercise in cold weather.
Peach Baskets
Step two: Peach Baskets. He nailed two peach baskets up high on the walls and wrote 13 rules. The ball had to be thrown into the basket, not carried.
Closed Bottoms
Step three: Closed Bottoms. The bottoms of the baskets were closed at first. So someone had to climb a ladder to get the ball out.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Baskets were for peaches. The ball was thrown. Rules kept it fair. Ladders got the ball.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! Naismith was born in Ontario. 13 original rules. Invented for winter. Played all over the world.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Invent a new game you can play indoors. Use a ball and a basket. Write three rules. Give your game a name. Play it with a friend.
Outro
Basketball was invented in 1891 by Canadian teacher James Naismith, who nailed peach baskets high on walls and wrote 13 rules. Someone had to climb a ladder to get the ball out. Science is amazing! What will you discover next? Every question is a new adventure, so keep wondering and keep exploring with me! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!