Vision Learning
Visionlearning: General Science: Energy: An Introduction
Instructional module focusing on energy. Discussion includes forms of energy, conservation of energy, and the laws of thermodynamics. Site also includes an interactive practice quiz and links relating to the topic.
Other
Math Matters Every Day: Newton's Laws
Looks at how Newton's three laws of motion apply to an analysis of the forces being exerted when playing football.
Science Bob Pflugfelder
Science Bob: The Lincoln High Dive
Instructions for a science demonstration of Newton's first law of motion using common supplies. Learn how to turn the demonstration into an experiment.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Whack a Stack
Investigate Newton's first law of motion using just a set of wood blocks.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Build a Balloon Car
With craft and recycled materials, kids can make all kinds of rolling vehicles. Add balloons to make this balloon car and see Newton's laws of motion in action.
Florida State University
Florida State University: Science, Optics & You: Sir Isaac Newton
Biography of Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), a scientist whose impact is felt in many disciplines today. His laws of motion are integral to basic physics, and he co-invented calculus.
Other
Bscs: Forces and Motion Content Background Document
In this document, we will try to answer a fundamental question of physical science, "Why do things start to move, slow down, speed up, stop moving or change direction?" In answering these core questions we can develop concepts that can...
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)
Smile: Newton's Laws of Motion
Lesson plan from the Illinois Institute of Technology that incorporates many demonstrations like pulling a tablecloth from under a place setting, or launching a rocket to show Newton's laws.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Distance and Constant Acceleration
This project is an experiment in classical physics. You'll be following in Galileo's footsteps, and investigating Newton's laws of motion, using a metronome as your timing device. This resource will help you get a firm understanding of...
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Distance and Speed of Rolling Objects
This project is an experiment in classical physics. You'll be following in Galileo's footsteps, and investigating Newton's laws of motion, but you'll be taking advantage of modern video recording technology to make your measurements. The...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: What Is Newton's First Law?
Newton's First Law also called the law of inertia is the most important thing to realize about motion. This article offers more information on motion and explains solved problems involving Newton's First Law. Also included is a video...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: What Is Newton's Second Law?
Learn about the fact that forces cause acceleration in this article about Newton's Second Law. Includes examples and worked examples of problems.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: What Is Newton's Third Law?
This article offers a description and real-life examples of Newton's Third Law. Practice questions are included to test your knowledge!
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Com Padre: Science on a Skateboard Applications of Newton's Third Law
In this lesson, students explore Newton's Third Law of Motion. It involves an activity where they throw a medicine ball while seated on a wheeled cart with minimal friction between the cart and the floor. After completing the experiment,...
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Inertia and Mass
This is part of a lesson on Newton's Laws of Motion that focuses on inertia and mass. It restates Newton's first law of motion. The lesson also gives a helpful visual description concerning friction.
Physics Central
Physics Central: Physics in the Bathroom: Ripping Neatly
A great science experiment to demonstrate Newton's First Law of Motion, inertia. There is a step-by-step guide on how to conduct this experiment and links to other sites about inertia.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Forces and Motion: Acceleration
A video and a short quiz on acceleration.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science for Middle School
This digital textbook covers core physical science concepts and includes interactive features, real world examples, and videos.
Yale University
Open Yale Courses: Physics 200: Fundamentals of Physics: Kepler's Laws
This lecture explains Kepler's Three Laws of motion. Application of these laws are made to planetary movements around the sun. The lecture is available in multiple formats (audio, video, written transcript). Practice problems are also...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Law of Conservation of Momentum
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The law of conservation of momentum and how it is transferred and conserved.
NASA
Nasa: Rockets Educator Guide: Applying Newton's Laws
Learn how Newton's Laws apply to rocketry. Discover how rockets work, including the engines and propellants.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Inertia
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Explains inertia and how it affects motion, the relationship between inertia and mass, and how to overcome inertia.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Think Fast!
Are you a piano player or a video gamer? Then you might have a quick reaction time that can come in handy while playing sports. Find out how to measure your reaction time and compare it to your friends and family with this fun experiment.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Newton's 2nd Law: Inquiry Approach
In this activity, students test Isaac Newton's ideas on the nature of motion, in particular his 2nd Law. The emphasis is on the process of science, investigation, and experimentation, not the results. Students must come up with their own...