Kinetic energy activities

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Do you like teaching science the fun way? This lesson, recommended for elementary grades, teaches children in a fun way about potential and kinetic energy as well as projectile motion. Originally, this lesson was taught in a coop setting with much success; however, it can also be done one-family style if preferred! What will you […]

Explore the difference between potential and kinetic energy with fun examples to help kids understand these concepts better.

This experiment utilizes potential and kinetic energy to blast our plastic cup rocket off. By pressing down on the rocket, we are building potential energy that is converted into kinetic energy when we let go and let our rocket fly. "GO" for launch in 3, 2, 1... BLAST OFF!

These are some typical places where kinetic energy is present

Build a craft stick chain reaction! Weave craft sticks together to make a chain that flies apart when you let go. Fun science!

Learning the different forms of energy and how they interact with one another and create outcomes in our world, is an important concept to cover in middle school science lessons. As with many other science topics, the energy of motion and transfer can be demonstrated in tons of fun and interactive ways.

Yes, today we reviewed potential and kinetic energy with roller coasters! My kids were so excited to draw roller coasters!

Looking for 4th grade NGSS STEM Challenge Activities for energy? Energy transfer, potential & kinetic energy, and more are covered. Click through to the blog for details. #4thgrade #NGSS

13 STEM lessons and activities to teach about kinetic and potential energy.