Speed and Distance Graphs

In this lesson students will record a walker/runners time over a 100 meter distance. Students will then record the walker/runners time at 10 meter intervals for a total of 10 times and record them on a data chart.

Students will then use the data to create a double line graph showing the distance and time of the walker/runner.

Finally, students will calculate the speed of the walker/runner using the data from the graph and independently create a bar graph of the average speed for the walker and for the runner.

Then students will take a short assessment to show their understanding of the concepts taught.
Resource ID#: 127262 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Smart Phone/Tablet
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)
Keywords: speed, distance, graphs, graphing, plot points on graph, calculate speed
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Teaching Idea,  Formative Assessment,  Learning Goal
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Physical Sciences

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