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Energy

For Students 9th - 12th
In this energy worksheet, high schoolers answer 17 questions about kinetic and potential energy. They calculate potential energy, they write formulas for kinetic energy, they solve equations for kinetic energy and they identify types of...
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Job Journals

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students compare the differences between job varieties. In this career exploration lesson plan, students evaluate different aspects of jobs and then write a diary entry as if they were the real employee.
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Work Done by a Constant Force WS

For Students 10th - 12th
In this work learning exercise, students determine the amount of work done on moving objects given the speed of the objects. They also determine the work done on objects given the measurement of force and the angle above the horizontal...
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Kinetic Energy, Work-Energy Theorem, and Work Done by a Variable Force

For Students 11th - 12th
In this kinetic energy learning exercise, students solve six problems including finding work, determining kinetic energy, finding the coefficient of kinetic friction and finding work done on objects by air resistance and friction.
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Potential and Kinetic Energy

For Students 9th - 12th
In this energy learning exercise, students read about potential energy and kinetic energy. Then students complete 16 matching, 8 fill in the blank, and 9 word problems.
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IPC Physics

For Students 9th - 12th
In this physics review instructional activity, students compare inertia and momentum, insulators and conductors, and series and parallel circuits. Students review Newton's laws. This instructional activity has 20 fill in the blank, 12...
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What is Work?

For Students 7th - 11th
In this work learning exercise, students will match vocabulary words with definitions: joule, Newton, force, and work. Then students will answer 8 problems based on the equation: work = force x distance.
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To Work or Not to Work?

For Students 7th - 10th
In this partner activity, read and discuss eight questions regarding the concept of work and responsibilities.
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Work and Machines

For Students 6th - 8th
In this science worksheet, students examine the topic in order to solidify knowledge covered in the curriculum using puzzles and creative games.
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Energy and Work: Transformation through Engines

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners are introduced to the concept of thermodynamics. In groups, they participate in experiments in which they discover how potential energy converts into kinetic energy. They use the internet to research the components of a...
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Introduction to Work

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders define work, force, and energy and calculate work done using a simple formula. They observe the teacher using an Equi-beam and identify the fulcrum, calculate different work problems, and participate in a class discussion.
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Making Life Easier

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students use a chart of the six simple machines and become aware of how the machines improve our ability to meet the following needs: shelter, food, water, and transportation. Students use model cars to experiment with force. They divide...
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TE Activity: Pulley'ing Your Own Weight

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Learners experiment with common objects such as spools, string and soap to determine how pulleys make it easier to move large objects. They look at the difference between fixed and movable pulleys. They examine the many uses engineers...
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TE Lesson: Energy Transfer in Musical Instruments

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students study concepts of energy and energy transfer. They look at how these concepts apply to musical instruments. They study the law of conservation of energy. They use the concepts studied in the lesson to design a musical instrument.
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Powerful Pulleys

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore the building of a pyramid and how pulleys were used to change the direction of applied force. They demonstrate the mechanical advantage of using a pulley and apply it to modern engineering.
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Working Together

For Teachers K
Students sit back to back with their legs straight out in front. They interlock arms and push against each other's backs to try to stand up. They discuss things they can do on their own and what kinds of things we need others to help.
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Energy and Work Amusement Park Style

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars distinguish between kinetic and potential energy. They recognize that energy can change from one form to other forms. They identify and describe several forms of energy.
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Simple Machines - Graphics, Experiments, Animation

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders display simple machines through the use of graphics, experiments, and animation. They apply problem solving and design and skills.
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WINDMILLS: PUTTING WIND ENERGY TO WORK

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students review the engineering design process and discuss a variety of windmills, focusing on the different materials used in the construction and the type of work each windmill does and they use simple materials to build their own...
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Fluid Friction

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students, using wood blocks and model boats, investigate how the shape of an object affects friction it encounters as it is drawn through a towing tank.
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Motherhood Math: Mothers in the Workforce

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students evaluate a table showing how the number of working mothers increased between 1955 and 2000. They use the information from the table to complete a worksheet imbedded in this lesson plan.
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Silly School vs. Super School

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students explore the importance of classroom jobs. They observe a puppet who is irresponsible and never gets her work completed and then discuss whether or not this puppet should be given a classroom job. As a class, they examine the...
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Energy: The Universal Currency

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Science stars examine the concept of energy by thinking about everyday situations. The lesson plan is incohesive. It lists goals for the student, but doesn't address all of them in the content. The best use of this resource would simply...
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ESL: Business Vocabulary Word Search

For Students 6th - 10th
Language associated with business, economics, jobs, and the workplace makes up this word search puzzle with 54 items to find. Lesson has links to printable pdf and HTML formats, with answer keys for each. Some spellings are of British...