Non Contact Forces: Magnetic Cars
This Lesson demonstrates and helps students understand the concept of non-contact forces with a hands-on-activity. In the experiment, the students will be making a magnetic car in groups of 2-4. After, each kid has to write an analysis paper on their observations, results, and what they've learned from the project.
Lesson Grade Level
5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/19MzXbyqkebbWqomrX3jgOlIZAYOFLgMc1YRn1PL…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance P3: Net Force Technology 5. Computational Thinker Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering Mathematics Geometry (G) English Language Arts (ELA) WritingRelated Content
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