Steve Spangler Science
Ultimate Table Trick Challenge
There's a lot going on here: air pressure changes, inertia, and chemical reactions. All of this occurs in 60 seconds time! As an end of the year physical science assessment, consider showing this video clip and then having learners write...
Steve Spangler Science
The Tablecloth Trick - Sick Science! #010
You might not be able to pull a rabbit out of a hat, but you could certainly pull a tablecloth out from under a place setting! Display inertia and Newton's first law of motion for your future physicists or magicians by performing this...
Steve Spangler Science
Tablecloth Trick - Cool Science Experiment
Wow! Your class will love experimenting with the laws of inertia. Steve Spangler shows how to remove a tablecloth filled with dishes and glasses of water without spilling a drop. Use this resource to lead into a discussion of gravity and...
Steve Spangler Science
Candle Seesaw - Sick Science! #021
A cute candle-driven teeter-totter demonstrates Newton's third law of motion. When a drop of wax falls from a candle, that end of the seesaw is driven upward. As an anticipatory activity, have physics fans set up this operation and try...
Curated OER
Newton's First Law of Motion
This is the first clip in a two-part series on Newton's First Law of Motion. Excellent examples and comprehensive explanations truly describe this law of motion. View part two for even more good teaching.
Curated OER
Demonstration of Newton's Third Law of Motion
How do rockets take off? A scientist explains as he launches a "Shaw Rocket" along a line. The explosion of the fuel causes an equal and opposite reaction, which is the movement of the rocket. There are videos by the same creator on...
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Demonstration of Newton's First Law of Motion
A scientist performs an engaging experiment to demonstrate Newton's First Law of Motion. He puts a blow-torch to a Hero's Engine to create steam, which sets the apparatus spinning. He explains that in space where nothing would act on it...
Bozeman Science
What is Physics?
Name that physicist! In the video lesson, Mr. Andersen introduces scholars to the classical physicists that began the branch of science called physics. He also explains the different branches of physics and talks about how to use science...
Curated OER
Newton’s Laws of Motion
Newton's laws of motion are put into action as they are defined and demonstrated. Tennis balls, skateboards, and human bodies are all part of each example. Good definitions plus solid examples equals an informative video.
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The Tablecloth Trick
You might not be able to pull a rabbit out of a hat, but you could certainly pull a tablecloth out from under a place setting! Display inertia and Newton's first law of motion for your future physicists or magicians by performing this...
Curated OER
Newton's Laws of Motion
Classical mechanics are introduced and Newton's Laws of Motion are explained, one at a time. Consisting mostly of still frames and a narrator's voice, this video is difficult to pay attention to. Rather than show it in the classroom,...
Curated OER
Isaac Newton's First Law of Motion
Review Newton's first law of motion. This easy-to-follow clip demonstrates and explains how the law of motion is applied in space and on Earth.
Bill Nye
Bill Nye The Science Guy on Momentum
Build momentum in your physical science class with this clip. When teaching Newton's second law of motion, you can use it to introduce the role played by mass in momentum. Be aware, however, that about a third of the video is simply made...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Physics: Thomas Young's Double Slit Experiment
Ever wonder what happens to light when it gets in its own way? Observe Thomas Young's double slit experiment and what we learn about the properties of light from studying it. Also describes other light experiments that could be done to...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Newton's First and Second Laws of Motion
Explore Newton's first and second laws of motion, including some examples of inertial reference frames. [5:23]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Newton's Third Law of Motion Stated Mathematically
A narrated screencast which explains the mathematical application of Newton's Third Law of Motion. [4:14]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Non Inertial Reference Frames
Watch this narrated presentation, and take a different look at Newton's First Law of Motion, and find out what non-inertial reference frames are. [2:26]
Crash Course
Crash Course History of Science #17: Newton and Leibniz
Who do we have to thank for inventing calculus? Whether you love or hate it, the credit goes to two people - Sir Isaac Newton and Gottfried Wilhelm von Leibniz. Learn about their myriad of accomplishments in science and math during the...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Properties of Color: Lesson 3
In this lesson you will learn about the basic characteristics and terminology associated with color. It is 3 of 3 in the series titled "Properties of Color."
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Teaching Newton's Laws Through Rhyme
Science teacher Christopher Emdin knows how to get his students interested in science: Rap about it.