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Calculating slope of a ramp

In On track learning: Safety through technology and design, page 9

In this lesson, students build a ramp and calculate its slope at different heights. They will also test cars to see how the height of the ramp affects speed.

Format: lesson plan (grade 7–10 English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science)

By Roxanne Moses.

On track learning: Safety through technology and design

This unit is an eighth grade curriculum that integrates 4-H topics with science and math. Using the theme of safety and NASCAR racing, the overall objective is for students to design a car that will protect its passenger from injury.

Format: lesson plan (multiple pages)

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Constructing a three-dimensional model

In this lesson, students build a three dimensional model from their two dimensional blueprint. In addition, they solve problems related to constructing and decorating their clubhouse. Illuminations provides an overhead, a problem-solving packet, and detailed... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 3 and 5 Mathematics)

Provided by: Illuminations

Creating a two-dimensional blueprint

In this lesson, students draw a two-dimensional blueprint of their clubhouse using graph paper. They consider why architects use scale drawings and reflect on the challenging aspects of creating the floor plan. Illuminations provides detailed instructions... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 2–4 Mathematics)

Provided by: Illuminations