May the Best Force Win

Sports activity stations will help the student observe and understand that the greater the force applied to an object, the greater the change in speed or direction of the object. The student will demonstrate that the greater the force applied to an object, the greater the change in speed or direction of the object.

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May the Best Force Win

Standards & Objectives

Learning objectives: 

Students will:

  • Use Science Process and Thinking Skills
  • Manifest Scientific Attitudes and Interests
  • Understand Science Concepts and Principles
  • Communicate Effectively Using Science Language and Reasoning

Lesson Variations

Blooms taxonomy level: 
Understanding
Extension suggestions: 

Make a list of all the Summer Olympics events. This is especially powerful if it is an Olympics year. Then sort them into push, pull, or both.

Disabled athletes are able to compete in various sports using assistive devices or other technologies. Have students do research and share their findings. Disabled athletes could be invited to the classroom to talk to students.

Helpful Hints

Materials needed:

  • Soccer ball
  • Sports That Push and Pullpdf
  • Forces and Motion in Sportspdf
  • Class Survey of Forces and Motion in Sportspdf
  • Bob Goes Adventuringpdf
  • 10 sets of sports equipment
  • 10 clipboards
  • 10 pencils
  • Timer
  • Whistle

References

Contributors: 
Kathryn CromwellPrice
Originator: 
Ayers Institute for Learning & Innovation