Category Archives: Energy

Making Rollercoasters

Posted on January 5, 2010 by

Hi guys, Sorry that this is long overdue….. Enjoy! The music is “Organ Donor” by DJ Shadow.

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Energy Resource Research

Posted on November 18, 2009 by

For your research…..check out these pages: Energy Kids:  http://tonto.eia.doe.gov/kids/ This site has clear information on each of the energy sources. Energy Quest:  http://energyquest.ca.gov/index.html This is an extensive site with lots to see.  I suggest going to the Movie room.  They … Continue reading →

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Roller coaster simulations

Posted on November 2, 2009 by

Here a few fun roller coaster simulations.  Some are very simple and others calculate g-forces, and velocity. Have fun! Coaster: This simulation lets you change the height of the hills, amount of gravity, speed, and friction.  It will show you … Continue reading →

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More about Energy: the Drinking Bird and Molecules in Motion

Posted on October 23, 2009 by

There are lots of videos and explanations about the Drinking Bird on Youtube.  Since we’ll talk about how the Drinking Bird works in class, I thought I would just share what somebody thought to do with these wonderful species. This … Continue reading →

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Learning about Simple and Compound Machines

Posted on October 19, 2009 by

Need some help understanding simple and compound machines?  Or just want to play a fun game? Check out Edheads!  These are easy games that teach the different kinds of simple machines found in common objects. Simple Machines Game Compound Machines … Continue reading →

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