ENERGY SKATE PARK BASICS – PHYSICS
ACTIVITY OVERVIEW:
Introduction to energy concepts with a simplified skate park simulation. Students explore basic potential and kinetic energy relationships in an accessible format.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• Understand basic energy concepts
• Explore potential and kinetic energy
• Observe energy transformations
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT:
• TX TEKS Science 6.8.A – Compare potential and kinetic energy
SKILLS DEVELOPED:
Energy Foundations, Scientific Observation, Conceptual Understanding, Physics Basics
GRADE LEVELS: 4th-9th Grade
ACTIVITY TYPE: Simulation