Balancing Act
This lesson aims to introduce the concept of equilibrium point by creating and revising a model.
This hands-on lesson encourages students to explore the concepts of equilibrium and balance while promoting consensus-building within their small groups. It encourages critical thinking, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills, which are essential in the scientific process.
I use this lesson early in the year and refer back to it when creating force diagrams. It is a great introductory lab to start modeling consensus building in the classroom.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1FehYSjS48Li5IK7ehxeIWiw-K6qZsK80/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force Technology 3. Knowledge Constructor 6. Creative Communicator Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Speaking & ListeningRelated Content
2nd grade students will work collaboratively to describe, illustrate, and communicate their understanding of the states of matter involving liquids, solids, and gases. The lesson includes extension
In this lesson, students explore glow-in-the-dark materials using regular flashlights and UV flashlights. They then add phosphorescence and the emission of EM energy to previous models of light and
This multi-day activity is designed for an introductory 5th grade STEM after school club. On Day 1, each student will build and test a simple mousetrap car following the teacher’s instructions