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Learners won't have to squirm when asked the facts after completing an intriguing lab investigation! Hook young scholars on science by challenging them to verify Hooke's Law using a gummy worm. Measuring the length of the worm as they apply different forces, they calculate the spring constant of the worm.
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- Partner with math classes to create an interdisciplinary lesson
- Use a different material for each group and compare results
Classroom Considerations
- Expects an understanding of proportional relationships
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- Includes background information for both pupils and teachers
- Provides options for extending learning
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