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Five Physics Experiments for the Holidays! Instructional VideoFive Physics Experiments for the Holidays! Instructional Video
Publisher
Physics Girl
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
2:53
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Duration
10 mins
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2015
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Five Physics Experiments for the Holidays!

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Some times of the year seem too busy for physics experiments. Fear not; a video explains five fast experiments using household materials. From creating CO2 to messing with static electricity, scholars enjoy playing with science. Besides, what party doesn't need an extra homemade kazoo?

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

carbon dioxide, static electricity

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Put together a straw band, encouraging each person to have different length straws and try playing simple tunes

Classroom Considerations

  • Video centers on Christmas theme, but none of the experiments are related to one specific holiday
  • Use caution when handling open flames
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Includes subtitles in English and German
  • Connects science, math, music, and more

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.3 RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.3 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.3 RST.11-12.4

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