Physics
Circuit World

Circuit World If you’re looking for an online resource for a circuit builder, here it is. Even changes the symbols for different age levels. Or…just for fun if you’re one of those people who likes to watch frogs light up.

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Posted on 20th November 2009Comments Off
Central Networks – Enter the Zone

Central Networks – Enter the Zone I found this on one of my searches for something else. Isn’t that always the way it goes? Some good resources and games for kids. I actually enjoyed the games.

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Posted on 20th November 2009Comments Off
Funderstanding – Roller Coaster Simulation

Funderstanding – Roller Coaster Simulation “This simulator is designed for people who want to design their own thrilling coaster and educators who want to use a cool activity to simulate the application of physics by using an exciting interactive tool and access to a wonderful reference source.”

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Posted on 7th November 2009Comments Off
Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion

Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion Neat little interactive if you’re looking for something to work on Newton’s Laws.

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Posted on 27th September 2009Comments Off
How to Make a Roller Coaster Work

How to Make a Roller Coaster Work Another nice roller coaster simulation. I love the choices and the trial and error behind it. Plus, the math is nice.

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Posted on 21st June 2009Comments Off
What Happens When Two Things Collide?

What Happens When Two Things Collide? Decide the object and the speed and watch them crash. Then, see the math and the explanation that goes along with it. Nice..

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Posted on 21st June 2009Comments Off
Learn about Position, Velocity, and Acceleration

Learn about Position, Velocity, and Acceleration This is a very nice little simulation that allows students to make some choices in order to see the results. Graphics are a little simple, but the explanations included makes it a great find.

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Posted on 21st June 2009Comments Off
Sci-Quest-Just For Kids-Build A Roller Coaster

Another roller coaster site. Just builds a short track, but lets you change the speed and friction, so that’s different. Sci-Quest-Just For Kids-Build A Roller Coaster

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Posted on 18th May 2008Comments Off
Educator’s Reference Desk

Way too much here to list individually, this is full of lesson plans and ideas on all science topics. The ones I looked at appeared usable. There were even some labs included. Educator’s Reference Desk

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Posted on 18th May 2008Comments Off
String Thing

Play around with some strings to make music. Explains the physics behind it all. Fun to play with. Good lesson. String Thing

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Posted on 17th May 2008Comments Off