6 - 8 Curriculum Home Connections
Cushion ItCollisions are a part of everyday life. Some are wanted (baseball and bat), some are unwanted (car crash), while others are unavoidable (stubbing one's toe). There is a great deal of basic science involved with collisions and in this lesson. Download activity |
Its Too Loud: SoundSometimes the sounds can become too loud and then we need a way to reduce the sounds to a safer and more pleasant level. In this lesson, students will investigate the effect of using ear protectors to reduce sound levels. Download activity |
Right Back at You: RefelectivityIn this lesson, students make a rudimentary light reflectivity tester to help them determine the relative reflectivity of various materials around the classroom. Download activity |
Its Getting Hot: Solar EnergyIn this lesson, students will investigate the absorption and reflection of solar energy by the top surface of a simple model house by collecting and analyzing actual temperature data. Download activity |
Links and Resources
- How Stuff Works!
- ScienceChannel.com
- DiscoveryNews.com
- Science.gov
- 3M.com
- Discovery Education's Classroom Resources: Free tools and more information for teachers, students and parents
- Science Homework Help: Videos, virtual labs and interactive tools to help you master the basics
- Science Fair Central: Project ideas and tips
- Learning Adventures
- National Youth Science Foundation
- Minnesota STEM Initiative