Friction

Forces (2001)

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Discover the properties of forces through observation and experimentation. Encourage students to explore their surroundings to discover the fascinating impact forces have on their everyday lives. Understand that every force is a push or pull. Learn about friction, balanced and unbalanced forces, and pressure.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Length: 
00:18
Forces

Laws of Motion (1999)

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Isaac Newton himself shows students how gravity, friction, and inertia are related to mass, force, and momentum. Exciting graphics and re-creations allow students to see how Newton's laws of motion relate to real life. Experiments with roller blades, baseballs, and other common objects encourage students to make science exploration recreational.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Length: 
00:17
Laws of Motion

Electricity and Magnetism Series (2000)

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This DVD contains 4 - 20 minute videos:

The Nature of Electricity
The terminology and concepts discussed include: atom, electrical charge, attraction, repulsion, static electricity, induction, friction, and electrical discharge.

Grade Level: 
Middle
Length: 
01:20
Electricity and Magnetism Series

Friction (1995)

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Get a grip – it’s the “Friction” episode.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:23
Friction

PitchCar

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PitchCar is at the same time a game of skill and a car race. This game is made of wood and is composed of a variety of tracks, jumps and elevations which allow you to build multiple courses for a variety of game play choices. Build you track, choose a car and pitch it along the track!

Grade Level: 
Middle
High
Content Area: 
Science
Play Time: 
20 min.
PitchCar