Project
Design and test cement frisbees to explore motion, force, and density while applying the Laws of Motion developed by Isaac Newton.
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-PS2-2
Download the project poster as a PDF. The project poster includes a description of the challenge, learning goals, and a list of materials and references.
Download The Poster (PDF)After collecting data on mass, distance, time, speed, and density, they analyzed how the cement frisbee compared to a regular plastic frisbee. Students then created presentations such as videos or posters to clearly communicate their findings. In their projects, they explained how each of Newton’s three laws was demonstrated during testing and supported their explanations with evidence from their data. This process strengthened both their scientific understanding and their ability to communicate complex physics concepts clearly.