Overcoming Gravity

In this lesson, students learn about the pull of gravity and see how stretch from a Slinky (a spring scale) is a way to measure resistance to gravity.
Resource ID#: 13453 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 3
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Keywords: stretch, gravity, force, pull
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Learning Cycle (e.g., 5E)
Resource Collection: Orange County Public Schools

Aligned Standards

This vetted resource aligns to concepts or skills in these benchmarks.

Aligned Access Points

This vetted resource aligns to concepts or skills in these access points.

SC.3.E.5.In.4
Observe and describe ways to keep an object from falling due to gravity.

SC.3.E.5.Su.4
Observe and recognize ways to stop a falling object, such as catching a ball.

SC.3.E.5.Pa.3
Recognize that an object can be stopped from falling.

SC.3.N.1.In.1
Ask questions, explore, observe, and identify outcomes.

SC.3.N.1.Su.1
Ask literal questions, explore, observe, and share information.

SC.3.N.1.In.2
Work with a group to make observations and identify results.

SC.3.N.1.Pa.2
Assist with investigations with a partner.

SC.3.N.1.In.3
Record observations to describe findings using written or visual formats, such as picture stories.

SC.3.N.1.Su.3
Record observations to describe findings using dictated words and phrases and pictures.

SC.3.N.1.In.4
Recognize that scientists share their knowledge and results with each other.

SC.3.N.1.Pa.3
Recognize that people share information.

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