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Scholastic

Study Jams! Newton's First Law: Inertia

For Students 6th - 9th
Give your class some inertia with a far out video and multiple-choice questions about Newton's first law of motion. Several examples are given in an animated feature in a style that upper-elementary learners will enjoy.
Assessment
New York State Education Department

Physical Setting: Physics Exam 2004

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Twelve pages of mostly multiple-choice questions comprise this comprehensive New York Regents physics exam. It covers an entire year's worth of physics curriculum and takes about 3 hours to complete. Review the questions to ensure they...
Organizer
Edmond Public Schools

8th Grade Science Resource Book: Unit 2 - Physics

For Students 8th Standards
Get things moving with this extensive collection of physical science resources. Covering the fundamentals of measurement, graphing, lab safety, and experimental design as well as the specific scientific concepts...
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University of Florida

Understanding Car Crashes: It's Basic Physics!

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Make an impact on young physicists with this fun collection of resources. After first watching a video and taking notes on the physics of car crashes, students go on to complete a series of activities that explore the...
PPT
Mr. E. Science

Forces

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
May the mass times acceleration be with you. The presentation covers forces, Newton's three Laws of Motion, momentum, and vectors.
Lesson Plan
Center of Science and Industry

Cosi: Force and Motion Teacher Guide

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Pick from these hands-on lessons provided by COSI to learn more about Newton's Laws of Motion.
Unit Plan
Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Newton's Three Laws of Motion

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides alternate or additional learning opportunities for students learning the three Newton's Laws of Motion. It includes a collection of interactive materilas, videos, and other digital media.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Plix Series: Newton's First and Second Laws

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Read a force scenario, and then analyze the graphs provided to gain an understanding of inertia and force. After the activity, answer three challenge questions to check for understanding.
Unit Plan
BBC

Bbc: Gcse Bitesize: Forces, Acceleration and Newton's Laws Aqa

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson focuses on Newton's First Law: an object remains in the same state of motion unless a resultant force acts on it. If the resultant force on an object is zero, this means: a stationary object stays stationary; a moving object...
Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Newton's 3 Laws, With a Bicycle

For Students 9th - 10th
This video describes Newton's three laws of motion and how they relate to the everyday motion of a bicycle. [3:33] Followed by a short quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.
Unit Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Force and Motion: Newton's First Law: Inertia

For Students 3rd - 5th
A video and a short multiple-choice quiz on the meaning of inertia.
Unit Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Forces and Motion: Acceleration

For Students 3rd - 7th
A video and a short quiz on acceleration.
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Amusement Park Physics: Roller Coaster

For Students 9th - 10th
This interesting and interactive exhibit demonstrates how Newton's Laws of Motion impact the design and safety of roller coasters.
Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: What Is Weight?

For Students 9th - 10th
This article on weight will help you prepare for the AP Physics test. Included are example problems to help you practice.
Handout
Walter Fendt

Walter Fendt: Model of a Carousel: Centripetal Force

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource features an applet that models the motion of a carousel ride at an amusement park to demonstrate centripetal force. The motion parameters can be modified and seen in the animation.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Physics Simulation: Walk the Tightrope

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Understand the concept of rotational inertia [moment of inertia) by analyzing the motion of a circus tightrope walker using this interactive simulation. A PDF worksheet and a video tutorial are also...