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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?

15 Views 12 Downloads
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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