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5 Weird Ways to Put out a Candle Instructional Video5 Weird Ways to Put out a Candle Instructional Video
Publisher
Physics Girl
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Grade
9th - Higher Ed
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
5:17
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Duration
10 mins
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Year
2016
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Instructional Video

5 Weird Ways to Put out a Candle

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How many ways do you know to put out a candle? An entertaining video introduces strange ways that extinguish flames. It demonstrates each method and then explains the science behind why it works. The video also offers tips for safety when attempting these experiments.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

fire, fire safety, candles

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Pick a couple of ways demonstrated to try in class
  • Remind scholars to always follow safety practices when using fire

Classroom Considerations

  • Assumes knowledge of what flames need to burn
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • You can immediately apply the knowledge in the classroom
  • Works well in traditional or flipped classes
  • Includes closed captioning in English, French, and Turkish for visual learners

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4

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