Pendulum Inquiry

Pendulums are a fun and engaging way for students to learn about physics and the nature of science. In this lesson, students will investigate the effects of gravity, mass, changing variables and energy transfer through building their own pendulums as well as teacher demonstration.

Resource ID#: 28568 Type: Lesson Plan

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Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 5

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection

Instructional Time: 4 Hour(s)

Keywords: pendulums, variables, swing, period, investigation

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Problem-Solving Task

Instructional Design Framework(s): Structured Inquiry (Level 2)

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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