Physics Roller Coaster Lesson 1 of 4

by Jenifer Henson

This is the first lesson of a 4 part roller coaster project for 6th graders. In this lesson, students will learn about potential, kinetic and mechanical energy, as well as the law of conservation of energy. Students will complete online simulations and reflections to help them understand the connection between potential and kinetic energy.

Lesson Grade Level

6th Grade

Lesson Plan Link/URL

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/11acSvFwliMWmU-6QSh9Jmg9L_1Grd2x9/edit?u…

Subject Area

Science Physical Science P3: Net Force P4: Energy Transfer Technology 4. Innovative Designer 5. Computational Thinker Engineering

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