On Shaky Ground
by Suzanne Lasich
This lesson will take 2 60 minute class periods.
Students will watch a video, read a book, and have class discussions about earthquakes. This lesson will walk students through the design process, while they build a "shake table" and then test their structure designs. They will see what design will be able to withstand 10 seconds of shaking.
Lesson Grade Level
4th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/12jlWnzVU8iZfoolr7-KYxPhYscmm4Lga/edit?u…Related Content
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