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Newton's First Law of Motion with a Glider Lesson PlanNewton's First Law of Motion with a Glider Lesson Plan
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Newton's First Law of Motion with a Glider

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Third graders examine, analyze, study and memorize Newton's First Law of Motion utilizing a glider to demonstrate the process. They state, sing, draw or enact an example/illustration of Newton's First Law of Motion in front of their classmates and for evaluation.

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newton's first law of motion, newton's laws of motion, sir isaac newton

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Grade
3rd
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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