These extensions are brought to you by other teachers who have used this unit. They have not been evaluated by The Einstein Project. (REV.4/28/12)
ACTIVITIES:
To assess student knowledge - students create a maze that uses marbles or cars etc. They must identify at least 3 forces, whether they were pushes or pulls, and the object must speed up, slow down, and change direction
Use a sheet to keep groups working cooperatively. After each lesson, every member reports back on the lesson. give extra credit if they have a problem and solve it without teacher help. They practice responsibility and getting along
INQUIRY:
Use NASCAR races as examples & connection to the unit
Introduce Newton's Three LawsVIDEOS:
"Magic School Bus – Plays Ball" [for friction]WEBSITES:
www.school-for-champions.com/science/motion_laws.htm
