Standard+D+Physical+Science

Alex Forces and Motion Campbell, Connie. (2011). Science Online: Forces and Motions. Retrieved from [] Grades 4-8 This site is a clearinghouse for all things on the motion of objects and forces. The site includes lesson plans, activities, and hyperlinks to outside sources in order to provide the most comprehensive view on the subject. It even has links to clips in order to see the forces in action.
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 * D.8.6 While conducting investigations, explain the motion of objects using concepts of speed, velocity, acceleration, friction, momentum, and changes over time, among others, and apply these concepts and explanations to real-life situations outside the classroom**

Toni Eckmayer Title: Kitchen Chemistry Link: [|Kitchen Chemistry] Students explore a virtual kitchen to learn about physical science and perform online experiments to solve a puzzle as well as enter the “reality” kitchen to use their “noggin” and perform real world experiments where they are required to test items and record results. Using the previous experiment’s data, students then proceed to another connected experiment making predictions and recording results. Once completed students then submit results to verify what they have discovered and potentially win a prize. (Grades Preschool-5)

Becca Standard D Amusement Park Physics [|Amusement Park Physics] This site features explanations about how physics plays a roll in how roller coasters work, how they are designed, and how a human can ride them and be kept safe. It allows children to experience something that many love in a new way—and even has a section where the kids can design their own roller coaster. The site is dense and requires a fairly good base of knowledge in physics to understand and enjoy the website, so it is best for older grades—6-8.

Katie Standard D (multiple standards) Title: Wonder Science [|Physical Science Book reviews] [|WonderScience Activities] The first link is a link to a list of book reviews having to do with physical science that could be helpful for teachers. The second book contains hundreds of various hands-on science experiments for elementary school students including water, food science, materials science, and physical changes. These experiments and activities can also be adjusted (if need be) to incorporate more inquiry into the elementary classroom. Grade level: 2 – 5

Title: Solids and Liquids Activity Link:[|Solid and Liquids Activity] This activity lets students experiment with the melting/solidifying temperatures of some common items; chocolate bar, candle wax, aluminum can, butter, and a popsicle. The students get to administer the heat and cold, and see at what temperature the solids liquify, and at what temperature the then liquids solidify. This site (bbc.co.uk/schools) has a wide range of activities for grades K-12. (Grade 3 was my focus for this activity)

Title – Schoolhouse Rock – Victim of Gravity Link to resource - [] Description of resource – This is a Schoolhouse Rock video that teaches about gravity. For younger students it could be a fun introduction to a rather abstract concept. For older students it could be an entertaining review or engagement strategy and the lesson could go on to talk about what in the song they agree or disagree with based on more recent lessons. Plus the songs are catchy and they may accidentally learn something by getting the song stuck in their head. Range of appropriate grade levels – 3rd – 12th Linda Chappetto

Jessica Title: RollerCoaster Physics Link:[|Roller Coaster Physics] This website is fantastic. Most students love the idea of going to an amusement park and riding roller coasters and other rides. This website offers students an opportunity to explore more about the different types of rides at amusement parks and gives students information about how the rides work (how they physically operate and function). From bumper cars to the carousel, students can learn a lot about the different rides and about ride safety and view other related resources. Students will learn that physics happens all of the time and is really cool. (Grades 1-8)

Standard: D.4.3. Understand that substances can exist in different states-solid, liquid, gas Title: Does Soap Float? Link: Lesson Plan: Does Soap Float? Description: this is a lesson plan that was developed for students to hypothesis whether or not soap will float. The students use at least 4 different brands of soap and experiment with them. Students are able to then chart their discoveries. Grade: K-5

Science, Standard D: Physical Science (D.4.2.) Sink It [|Science NetLinks - Sink It] This resource could be used as is or it could be personalized to teach students about the density of liquids and solids. In the example given, students are tasked with classifying items in different ways of their own choosing. Students then make predictions about whether a variety of items will sink or float. Students are given the opportunity to test out their theories through experimentation. This resource also includes a link to a PBS/NOVA website featuring visual explanations for buoyancy and interactive brain teaser games related to buoyancy. Grades 3-4

Title: Bill Nye and States of Matter [|Bill Nye and States of Matter] In this brief YouTube video, popular scientist, Bill Nye explains the three states of matter with examples and humor. Viewing of the video brings up links to other Bill Nye YouTube videos that are dedicated to each state of matter. Grades: 3-5