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Acceleration Nation Guide Unit PlanAcceleration Nation Guide Unit Plan
Publisher
Scholastic
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5th - 7th
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Science
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Duration
21 days
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22
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2016
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Discover the science of NASCAR! Young scholars rev up their learning as they explore aerodynamic principles. Hands-on activities help learners understand concepts of friction, kinetic energy, and potential energy.

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Concepts

acceleration, drag, drafting, potential energy, kinetic energy, friction

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Use optional extension activities for top pupils or those showing interest in further exploration
  • Create videos of activity challenges to post for parent and community viewing

Classroom Considerations

  • Many lessons require materials and time for set up prior to the activity

Pros

  • Lab investigations use readily available materials
  • Uses activities to motivate pupils throughout the unit

Cons

  • None

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