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Sugar cubes, collide! Groups design protection systems using bubble wrap to protect sugar cubes from being destroyed by falling batteries in the STEM lesson. They consider how the experiment relates to collisions in real-world situations, making this a fun activity for your class.
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Instructional Ideas
- Team up with a physics teacher for the experiment
Classroom Considerations
- Experiment requires a variety of materials
- It is helpful if learners have knowledge of experimental methods
Pros
- Includes optional extension activities
- Learners will appreciate hands-on nature of activity
Cons
- "Notes to editor" still remain (were not removed during production process)