Forces in Motion
Channel: North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
Date: 2012-10-22

This video is designed to help students explore the concepts of what a force is, inertia, friction, and balanced vs. unbalanced forces. Several hands-on activities and experiments are demonstrated with follow-up questions. The central hands-on activity involves building a vehicle that moves by using force (of air). Grade Level(s): 5 Science. For more information about NCSSM enrichment programs: http://www.ncssm.edu/stemenrichments

For more information about this enrichment, including additional materials, or more information about other enrichments you can try on your own, visit: https://ncssm.instructure.com/courses/293

Here's a list of materials you'll need to do these experiments with your students: heavy construction paper, tape, straws, disc-shaped candies (similar to 'Lifesavers').

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