Paper Roller Coaster
by Janae Jones
Students will learn about potential and kinetic energy and how it relates to real life situations. They will move through a "Skate Park" simulation. In teams they will engage in the engineering design process to build a paper roller coaster. Students will self-evaluate their contributions to the project.
Lesson Grade Level
6th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1LfKIKE-ikp56r3Ir8MFHdYcjaJsuTlRv/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P4: Energy Transfer Technology 3. Knowledge Constructor Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process
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