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HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICS - Entire Year Lab Bundle - NGSS Curriculum
Full High School Physics Lab Curriculum. Every lab is editable, so you can tweak things to fit your classroom perfectly. Each of these labs requires only basic materials. Here are all the labs that I do with my Regular, Honors, and AP Students. Each lab comes with worksheets that are differentiated depending on your students. Students who are doing these labs should at least have an understanding of basic algebra and geometry. Each of these labs leaves my students excited to learn physics throu
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS3-2
, HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS3-1
 +4
Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Google Slides
Are your students learning about balanced and unbalanced forces? This activity will have your students analyze different scenarios to determine if an object is balanced or unbalanced. Students will also work on calculating net force and determining if an object's speed changes when an outside force acts on it. Add this digital activity to your lesson plans today! For the first 2 activities, students will watch 2 videos that explain balanced/unbalanced forces and work on vocabulary definitions.
4th - 12th, Higher Education
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in:Â Force and Motion Growing Bundle
WAVES & THE EM SPECTRUM VIRTUAL LAB for Google Slides ~DIGITAL~
★Digital Interactive Resource★Go paperless with this interactive VIRTUAL LAB for Google Slides™ that will help your students master basic wave terms and the Electromagnetic Spectrum. Students will drag movable rulers to measure amplitude and wavelength of waves, determine the frequency of a wave, and sort waves by amplitude, wavelength, and energy. Includes a complete and detailed Teacher Answer Key. ✨✨✨ Ideal for DISTANCE LEARNING! ✨✨✨FOR SMALL GROUPS OR INDIVIDUAL STUDENTSYou can assign
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
HS-PS1-1
, MS-PS4-1
Physics and Engineering Project Bundle
Here are all the projects that I do with my Regular, Honors, and AP Students. Each project comes with worksheets that are differentiated depending on your level of student. Each of these projects can be done without any calculations, however it was intentionally made for students that have a basic understanding of physics, algebra, and geometry. Every year these are the projects I provide to my students who often tell me that physics has become their new favorite class! Here is the Material and
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS3-1
, HS-PS2-1
 +1
Momentum and Impulse: Blow Gun Lab - Physics
This is a very exciting lab that students will love to do. They love getting out of their seats and making a harmless blowgun. All the materials needed for this will cost less than $5 for something you can use forever. Students will have fun and at the same time learn about impulse and the change of momentum. Every Lab Includes (FULLY EDITABLE):Lab Worksheet - THREE differentiated worksheets for CP (Regular), Honors, and AP students - Step-by-step instructions to get students started on their la
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
Also included in:Â HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICS - Entire Year Lab Bundle - NGSS Curriculum
Egg Drop Challenge - STEM Lab - Physics - Momentum and Impulse
This a great lab that gets the students moving and competing. They will love working with their hands to build something creative. Students will use their knowledge of momentum and impulse to create a contraption around their egg. The project can be done in one lab period and with everyday basic supplies. Or it can be extended to multiple days. I like to do it twice because most people will fail the first time but learn and succeed the second time. Lab Includes (Fully Editable):Students Will: -
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS3-1
, HS-PS2-1
Also included in:Â HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICS - Entire Year Lab Bundle - NGSS Curriculum
Work and Power: Four Lab Activities - Physics: Unit Energy
Perfect physics lab to do on the topic of work, energy, and power. This a great lab that gets the students moving and competing. They love to perform each of these exercises and discover how many calories they lose. Students will have fun with each activity, whether they are doing curls, pushups, or running upstairs. After each activity they will have to make calculations using their knowledge of Work and Energy to find how much power they were able to produce and how many calories they lost. E
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS3-1
Also included in:Â Energy and Work Lab Bundle | Physics
Projectile Motion Lab: Hit the Target -Physics - Horizontal Launch
Many students have come up to me over the years and tell me this was their favorite lab. One student even said that when he was able to calculate where the ball would land and the ball hit the target, he felt like he had just performed magic. Students love this lab because they are asked to put their knowledge of physics into action and calculate the exact location where a ball will hit the ground. The lab is set up so they will have three different experiments where they will have to figure out
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS1-1
Also included in:Â Projectile Motion Lab Bundle | Physics
Newton's Laws Inquiry Lab (Phet Simulation) - Physics
This is a simple inquiry-based lab that I love to give students as an intro to Dynamics (Newton's Laws.) Students will figure out for themselves conceptual problems involving Newton's Laws. They will get the basic idea of how Newton's Laws work while discovering mind-blowing concepts. Everything is fully editable.Students will:- Learn through play - Have guided questions to direct learning - Answer questions based on Newton's Three Laws - Be a part of real-world applications for Dynamics ______
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
Also included in:Â Newton's Laws Lab Bundle | Physics
Projectile Motion: Catapult Project
Great project to wrap up the unit of Projectile Motion or 2-D Kinematics. Students will build, collect and calculate data and predict where a ball will land from their catapult. Video and written instruction prepared to make this an amazing project for any physics classroom. There is nothing better to solidify the student's understanding of projectile motion than to have them build and test out catapults. Many times, students look forward to this project all marking period. This project allows s
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Math, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS2-1
Also included in:Â Physics and Engineering Project Bundle
Mouse Trap Car Project: Energy and Motion | Physics and Engineering
There is nothing better to solidify the students understanding of Energy than to have them build and test out their mouse trap cars. Many times, students look forward to this project all year. This project allows students to visualize how elastic potential energy converts to kinetic energy. Students are always astonished to see concepts they are learning about come to life as we work on this project. Even though I allow the students to build the mouse trap car however they like, I have included
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-ETS1-3
, HS-PS3-2
, HS-PS3-1
 +1
Also included in:Â Physics and Engineering Project Bundle
PhET Simulation Online Lab: Electric Circuits, Resistors in Series & Parallel
Using this electric circuits PhET guided inquiry lab your students will gain an in depth understanding of the difference between resistors in series circuits and resistors in parallel circuits. I have done these activities with my students many times and they always find them fun and engaging. The best part is that your students won't even know they are learning as they complete the included inquiry-based laboratory assignment sheet. The PhET Circuit Construction Kit: DC simulation can be found
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in:Â Growing Bundle: PhET Simulation Online Physics Labs
Physics: Kinematics Lab Bundle (1-Dimensional)
Here are my FIVE favorite labs for One-Dimensional Kinematics. Each of these labs leaves my students excited to learn physics through making experiments, analyzing clips, and moving their bodies. Every year these are the labs I provide to my students, who often tell me that physics has become their new favorite class! Physics Topics Include:- Distance and Displacement - Speed and Velocity - Acceleration - Free Fall - Dimensional Analysis - Graphing. Every Lab Includes [FULLY EDITABLE]:- Lab
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS2-1
Projectile Motion Inquiry Lab (Phet Simulation) | Physics
This is a simple inquiry-based lab that I love to give students as an intro to projectile motion or 2-D Kinematics. Students will figure out for themselves conceptual problems involving projectile motion. They will get a basic idea of how projectiles move while discovering mind-blowing concepts. Everything is fully editable.Students will:- Learn through play - Have guided questions to direct learning - Discover concepts based on Projectile Motion - Have a tangible understanding of Projectile Mo
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS2-1
Also included in:Â Projectile Motion Lab Bundle | Physics
Projectile Motion Lab Bundle | Physics
Here are my THREE favorite labs for Projectile Motion. Each of these labs leaves my students excited to learn physics through making experiments, discussing, and moving their bodies. Every year these are the labs I provide to my students who often tell me that physics has become their new favorite class! Every Lab Includes [FULLY EDITABLE]:- Lab worksheets differentiated for CP (Regular), Honors, and AP - Worksheets that all have a clear point system - Teacher’s answers and instructions - An ins
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS1-1
Conservation of Energy Inquiry Lab (Phet Simulation) - Physics
This is a simple inquiry-based lab that I love to give students as an intro to Energy and Work. Students will figure out for themselves conceptual problems involving Conservation of Energy. They will get a basic idea of how Gravitational Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy work while discovering mind-blowing concepts. Lastly, the last page of the lab also gives students an opportunity to create their own skate park, which they love, and they get to learn more through creating and playing. Every
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-PS3-1
Also included in:Â Energy and Work Lab Bundle | Physics
Crash Course Physics Worksheets Complete Set (Full Bundle Collection)
This ZIP file contains Microsoft Word document worksheets (along with PDF versions) for each of the forty-six episodes of Crash Course Physics hosted by Shini Somara. Worksheets contain a combination of fill-in-the-blank and short answer questions. Each worksheet is accompanied with an answer key and relevant images. By purchasing this file, you agree not to make it publicly available (on external websites, etc.) or to share with any other teachers. It is intended for classroom use only. You *ar
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Applied Math, Physics, Science
Unit 6: Energy Bundle for AP Environmental Science
Use these files to help you teach energy sucessfully. These are resources for energy in NGSS or AP Environmental Science Unit 6. Included in the bundle: Energy Diagrams/Doodle/Sketch notes Green Building Diagram Energy Math Problems Energy Sources Chart with Powerpoint Energy Sources Review Solar Cookers Electricity Lab with Kill-A-Watt Meters Identifying Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Environment, Physics
Physics Science Experiment STEM projects MEGA pack of 50 learning labs
PREVIEW AVAILABLE! LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? CHECK OUT OTHER STEM RESOURCES IN MY SHOP! I've redesigned and cleaned up all of my 50 stem labs in this new version. What's new? They're cleaner looking and a bit prettier. Along with new cover graphics, they also have new category tags that allow you to cross-reference them with other labs, so you can work with similar materials or themes. These indexes and alphabetical listings are a huge bonus! This is the kind of thing you'll want to print, hole-punch
4th - 12th, Higher Education
Physics, Science
Make Multiple Vectors Fun! Pirate Treasure Hunt - Physics, Trigonometry
This is one of my student’s favorite activities. Who doesn’t want to go outside and map out some vectors? It works well in physics or trigonometry for understanding how to add and subtract multiple vectors. 10 different maps are provided for student groups to make their way from a single point of origin to a designated, X-marks-the-spot, using compass headings of N, S, E, and W and specified distances. The groups all have a different path but end up at the same place. At the end, students d
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Geometry, Physics, PreCalculus
Nuclear Energy Enriched Bundle - Full Unit of Lessons for Physics or Chemistry!
Are you teaching Nuclear Energy in Physics or Chemistry? Look no further – Mrs. Brosseau’s Binder has what you need! I’ve bundled my Nuclear Energy resources with more than a 30% discount - a great deal for a whole unit of study! This entire unit is also part of my amazing, cost saving Physics Bundle! Check it out – it includes lots of fun, professional physics lessons, activities, assessments and extras. Here’s what you’ll get in the zipped folder:Click on each for a closer look.Are You R
10th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Chemistry, Physics, Science
Newton’s Laws of Motion Bundle: Three PhET Online Labs
This bundle contains three of my popular PhET Interactive Simulation online physics labs. The online labs included in this bundle cover forces and motion as they relate to Newton’s laws of motion. (1) PhET Simulation: Forces and Motion Online Lab (2) PhET Simulation: Newton’s Laws of Motion Online Lab (3) PhET Simulation: Force of Friction Online Lab In the Forces and Motion Online Lab your students will investigate different force scenarios and how they affect the motion of objects. In Ne
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Investigate Newton's 2nd Law of Motion with PHET Collision virtual lab model
Students investigate Newton's Second Law of Motion using a computer model from the University of Colorado PHET. This simulation allows students to change the mass of objects that collide. This activity can be used as an activator to build knowledge for concepts in physics, physical science, momentum, forces, and F=MA. Students write an open response, using a claim - evidence - reasoning (CER) template. This is an editable .rtf file. You can upload it to Google Docs and share it through Google
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Crash Course Physics Worksheets | All Episodes | Video Guides & Review
These are worksheets with Physics Crash Course videos on YouTube. It covers many topics such as: Kinematics, Newton's Laws, Uniform Circular Motion, Energy and Work, Momentum, Simple Harmonic Motion, Waves, THermodynamics, Rotational Motion, Fluids, Electrical, Circuits, Magnetism, Universal Gravitation, Optics, Speical Relativity, Quantum Mechanics, Nuclear Physics, Astrophysics, and Cosmology. This completed bundle has 46 products, and has a total value of $92! Would you like to preview the pr
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-ESS1-4
, HS-PS3-4
, HS-PS2-5
 +8
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