Build a Better Roller Coaster
This multi-day activity is designed for introductory 5th grade STEM after school club. On Day 1, each student will build and test a simple roller coaster following the teacher’s instructions. Students will record procedures, materials, and data in their STEM notebook. For Days 2-3, partners or teams will design, build, test, and modify a roller coaster that will travel the greatest distance possible with loops, funnels, hills, and curves . Students will record procedures, materials, and data in their STEM notebook.
Lesson Grade Level
5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1mxV8068fa7cjmY4lV8pm39Zk10mxNaKUIu0frpC…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance P3: Net Force P4: Energy Transfer Technology 3. Knowledge Constructor 4. Innovative Designer Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Writing Speaking & ListeningRelated Content
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