Applied Science: Week 7

This week we have been continuing the Energy Unit. We are moving on to motion and speed. The other day we calculated the speed of objects using no calculator! It took a longer time than a calculator but it was worth it to build their basic math skills.

Next week, we are collaborating with the engineering students to design and build an egg drop apparatus to drop off of the side of the football stadium. The goal is for the students to not break their 3 eggs in their apparatus. Here is a list of supplies that the students should bring in for next Wednesday.

Yesterday, we worked on building a ramp only using: paper, magazines, staples and tape to race different objects down to measure the speed of certain types of objects. The student's were extremely creative and it was a pleasure to watch them work together in teams.

Will post some pictures of the finished ramps later. Have a great weekend!

-Ms. G