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Friction and gravity are always at odds! Learners complete a set of activities to explore the relationship between friction and gravity. Groups make conclusions about the factors that affect the amount and type of friction between surfaces.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the activity when introducing the concept of friction
- Create tournament brackets for the tortoise races to increase engagement
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a specific set of materials and time for preparation
Pros
- Emphasizes important vocabulary throughout the lesson
- Includes diagrams to help illustrate concepts
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