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To stretch or not to stretch

For Students 5th
Hands-on is the best way to play. Learners read a graph that shows the force needed to stretch a rubber band. They do this and then participate in a simple experiment where they create coiled springs with wire. They work to determine how...
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Be forceful!

For Students K - 2nd
Didn't some scientist develop rules about force and motion? Youngsters can experience physical science as they determine which picture shows the force of pushing or pulling. Tip: Ask learners if they can think of any unseen forces that...
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Tchoukball - Lesson 3 - Footwork and Passing

For Teachers 9th - 12th
This third lesson in the Tchoukball unit is all about footwork and passing. In this lesson there are several drills to practice footwork as only three steps are allowed in regulation play. As the class works on footwork, they will also...
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A GREAT SPORT

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Pupils explore how diverse groups and individuals have contributed to the cultural development of Canada, and then produce two-dimensional works of art.
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Lava Field

For Teachers K - 6th
Working in teams, groups of learners must collaborate to make their way across an imaginary lava field using foam tiles, carpet pieces, hula hoops, etc. This activity would be best if adapted to a larger facility or outdoors!
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Word & Machines Vocabulary Review Word Search

For Students 7th - 9th
In this work and machines word search, students identify words dealing with the physics of work. They locate approximately 20 words from a given list. An answer sheet is provided.
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Simple Machines

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders observe six simple machines. Through student demonstration they define work and force and calculate the work done. They identify the utility of each of the six simple machines and how each one "exchanges" force for...
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Norwich Institute for Language Education

Simple Machines

For Teachers 4th - 8th Standards
Planning a unit on simple machines? Save some time and energy with this collection of lessons and activities that explores how these devices are used in the real world to make life a little easier. 
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Power

For Teachers 9th - 12th
If you need to teach about power, this is an outstanding educational resource! It provides definitions of work and power, and gives examples to help junior physicists apply the information. The format is neat and the graphics are...
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Colorado Unit Writing Project

Simple Machines

For Teachers 2nd - 5th Standards
Planning an elementary science unit has never been simpler! These twelve lessons guide young scientists through an exploration of simple machines and their many uses in the real world before asking them to apply their learning...
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Oregon State

Using Paper Chromatography

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Through the analysis of paper chromatography to separate ink from the pen found at the crime scene, learners analyze the different stains and through calculations determine the thief. 
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Science Matters

Solar Energy

For Teachers 6th Standards
The solar energy industry in the United States added more jobs in 2015 than the oil and gas extraction and pipeline industries combined. With the field growing so rapidly, it's essential to understand what solar energy is and how it...
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Density

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students determine the density of different substances. In this physical science lesson, students rank them according to their density. They discover the relationship between volume and density.
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Gauss' Law

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students derive the equation of Gauss's law. For this physics lesson, students investigate the factors affecting the strength of the electric field. They perform simulation on Gauss's law.
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How Lightening Works

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Annotated diagrams explain the distribution of charged particles in clouds that can lead to lightening bolts. This is a super short slide show but it is useful for explaining the phenomenon and safety mechanisms.
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Pairs Activities

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students work in pairs in order to strengthen hand and eye coordination to play soccer. They try to keep the ball in the air for as long as possible. They work for together for the time span of three minutes. Then players compete against...
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Electricity and Magnetism at Work

For Teachers 7th - 8th Standards
I don't get electricity jokes, watts so funny about them? The 13th in a series of presentations covers energy, motors, currents, generating electricity, calculating electrical energy cost, transformers, and batteries.
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Group Endeavors

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Teamwork is an important thing for kids to experience early in school. Cooperative games are a great way for youngsters to enjoy working and playing together. There are two nice cooperative games described in this PE lesson. Both are...
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Frisbee Golf - Lesson 3

For Teachers 4th - 10th
Lesson 3 of the Frisbee Golf unit is about proper scoring.  This is part of a comprehensive unit. There are links to the unit at the bottom of the page. It's worth checking out and finding how you can make it work for your pupils.
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Mountain Biking - Riding Downhill

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Mountain bike riding, zipping up and down dirt trails, flying through the air, the smell of trees all around, the sound of birds chirping, this is idyllic! Yet it is also a lot of hard work. Balance is the key, whether going uphill,...
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Throw A Tennis Ball Into The Service Court

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students are engaged in the introductory skills of playing tennis and develop the ability to overhead serve. They practice serving a ball over the net without a return being made. This is done to work on technique and speed of serving...
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Regents High School Examination: Physical Setting Earth Science 2010

For Students 9th - 12th
Every topic under the sun is covered in this New York State Regents High School Examination. With the focus of earth science, participants answer 85 quesitons about the solar system, geologic time, rocks and minerals, landforms, and...
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Silent Movies: A Year 7 Scheme of Work

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Even an outline can give you enough information to execute an awsome project. The tasks for each of the seven weeks of this project are defined, as well as the objective and specific content facilitated through the project. Learners will...
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Creating and Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This detailed presentation starts with a review of using key components to graph a line. It then quickly moves into new territory of taking these important parts and teasing them out of a word problem. Special care is...

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