Instructional Video

Banking on Speed—Science of the Winter Olympics

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

Get on the right track! Young scholars learn about the importance of momentum and friction during a bobsled ride. A video lesson speaks to a bobsled designer to explain how he considers the physics during the design process.

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Pair with additional videos from the series to explore friction and momentum from different avenues
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects previous study of friction
  • Requires individual Internet access if assigning for independent viewing
Pros
  • Relates science to a topic of interest to many learners
  • Highlights key scientific vocabulary throughout the video
Cons
  • None
NGSS