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Light the Bulb

  • Energy
Grades:
  • 9–12
 Level: 4
In this investigation, students will design three different circuit arrangements with a switch capable of lighting a small light bulb. They will use the results of this investigation to determine the best configuration for wiring holiday lights.
  • Science
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Coin Batteries

  • Energy
Grades:
  • 9–12
 Level: 3
Students will construct a coin battery and measure its voltage output. They will compare their battery’s voltage to that of traditional AA/AAA batteries and consider modifications to their battery so it produces enough power to light up an LED bulb.
  • Science
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Game Set Match

  • Energy
Grades:
  • 9–12
 Level: 3
In this activity, students will investigate how robots work including robotic parts and explain how energy is transferred to make different parts move.
  • Science
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How Low Can You Go?

  • Energy
Grades:
  • 9–12
 Level: 3
In this activity, students will investigate factors that influence the temperature of an isolated system and relate this to average kinetic energy and thermodynamic properties.
  • Science
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Hurricane Force

  • Energy
Grades:
  • 9–12
 Level: 2
In this lesson, students will work in teams to create a structure that will withstand simulated hurricane force winds
  • Engineering
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Wind Power

  • Energy
Grades:
  • 9–12
 Level: 2
Students will examine wind power and learn to hardness it by creating a wind turbine.
  • Engineering
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