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Profess the Compress

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students determine the ground clearance of CEENBoTs by adding weights. In this physics lesson, students explore the compression and extension of different springs. They cite real world applications of Hooke's Law.
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The Squeeze is On

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the force of compression and how it acts on structural components through a hands-on group project. They use everyday products such as paper, toothpicks, and tape to construct a structure that will support the...
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Hanging Around

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students explore weight by building a spring scale and observing how it responds to objects with different masses. Each team of students can make their own spring scale by following steps which are specifically outlined in the plan. As...
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Springs 1

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this springs activity, students use rubber bands, tape, clamps, and more to make springs and experiment with the weight it takes to stretch the spring. Students follow 7 directions and answer 1 question.
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Scatter Plots

For Students 7th - 8th
In this scatter plots worksheet, students solve and complete 6 different problems. First, they create a scatter plot to illustrate how weight and height are related and determine their relationship as positive, negative or no relation....
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Coin Content

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Pupils calculate ancient Greek coin values as compared to their weight, equivalence in grain, and determine their worth today. They explain how to calculate fractions of a given weight and how to use decimal numbers.
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Recognizing Propaganda-Loaded Language

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students study a print ad for an abdominal toning device after discussing what strategies are necessary for healthy weight loss and muscle tone. They practice the skill of recognizing propaganda in print advertising.
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Tower Challenge

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Young scholars investigate how buildings are able to support a great amount of weight and stand on their own. They participate in a class discussion about engineering, and in small groups construct a free standing tower that is one...
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Balance Point

For Students 10th - 12th
In this math/science instructional activity, students find the balance point of a variety of objects, and complete ten problems. Students look at sketches of objects and calculate the balance point, and also use meter sticks and weights....
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Simple Harmonic Motion

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore the theory of simple harmonic motion (SHM) by performing hands-on, practical application experiments. In this harmonic motion instructional activity, students use strings of various lengths and bobs of different weights...
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Nutrition Awareness

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers gain an awareness of nutrition. In this science lesson plan, students explore how to determine his or her ideal body weight, demonstrate familiarity with the food groups relating to kilocaloric content, estimate the basic...
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Demonstrating the Kinds of Energy

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students experiment with inner tubes, weights, flasks, and pistons to demonstrate the gas laws. In this molecular motion lesson, students demonstrate pressure as a force per area. They conduct an experiment to show the relationship...
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Ratio, Percent, & Proportions

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of percents, ratios, and proportions. In this percents, ratios, and proportion lesson, 7th graders have 237 ounces of beads to weigh. Students work in groups to weigh the beads in a way so that each...
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Strong as Newspaper

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore architecture. In this science instructional activity, students build a structure from newspaper. Students place weight on the structure to measure how strong the structure is.
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How Do I Measure Up?

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students measure and record weights and heights and compare to others in the class as they find out more about their bodies.
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Classification is Sweet

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Pupils classify, weight and organize items during this lesson. This lesson works great as or with an introduction of the Periodic Table of Elements.
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By The Pound

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students develop mathematical skills using measurement in the form of weight. They also perform calculations to find cost and strengthen estimation skills while comparing the actual price. The context for the instructional activity is in...
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Bridge Design and Bridge Building

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders conduct an investigation into the design of bridges and their construction. Students design bridges and draw detailed plans. For assessment they construct a model of a bridge that is made entirely of toothpicks. Students...
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Mass

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students determine how mass is a property of an object that can be measured, and examine how size affects mass. They work with balances and determine what units of measurement are associated with mass. Finally, they determine the...
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Games with a Large Parachute

For Teachers K - 8th
Students control the parachutes using arm movements. They follow directions while participating in games. They explore the effects of wind on several objects and study the effects of shape, size and weight on a parachute.
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Parachutes

For Teachers K - 8th
Students control the parachutes using arm movements. They follow directions while participating in games. Students explore the effects of wind on several objects. They study the effects of shape, size and weight on a parachute.
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Uses of Minerals

For Students 7th - 8th
In this minerals instructional activity, students read an excerpt about gold and then respond to the questions that follow. They explain how the weight of gold affected the history of some western states and why gold is expensive.
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Momentum

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Pupils explore the concept of "transfer of momentum". In this physics lesson, students observe the results of two objects or people as they make contact in different ways. Pupils on roller blades and model cars of different weights are...
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Helium Balloon Race

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students determine the force of a helium balloon that allows it to rise a specific distance.  In this helium activity students calculate the amount of paper needed to construct a weight and determine the density of a piece of...

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