Physics

Physics for Beginners

This Web site is a great place for teachers and students to discover an introduction to physics for the absolute beginner. Find definitions for speed, velocity and acceleration and explanations to Newton's Laws of Motion, Units, Gravity and Uniform Circular Motion. *Please note that this Web site is targeted at grade 7 - 8 students or those who are just beginning to learn physics.

Simple Machines

Find explanations for a variety of simple machines, such as the Pulley, the Lever, the Wheel or Axle, etc.

Reeko's Mad Scientist Lab

Reeko's Mad Scientist Lab is an extremely fascinating Web site to explore! Find tons of free science experiments, such as "principles of flotation", "create your own hover craft" or "create an optical illusion". This Web site also includes a link called "weird science questions." In this link you can find answers to a variety of questions from students that you might find interesting.

The Physics Classroom

The Physics Classroom is a set of online physics tutorials. Aimed at high school students, this website takes surfers on step-by-step tours through the material. Topics include Newton's laws of motion, kinetics, wave functions, reflection and refraction. A good example of the thorough work put into this site is the lesson on Einstein's Special theory of Relativity. By simply clicking and reading through the lesson, the user experiences a learning process in practice. The lessons are completed by solving a test quiz, which is not too imposing and works well as a lesson round-up. Also visit Multimedia Physics Studios

Opticalres

Contains some very good information about optics for kids, and its role in science engineering.

Physics and Astronomy Lesson Plans

Check out this site to find over 200 lesson plans in physics and astronomy for K-12 students.

Conservation of Energy

Energy is neither created nor destroyed.

Physics and Math Help

The following site maybe very helpful for Physics and Math teachers. Stop by this site to find understandable explanations on a variety of math and physics topics at the high school level.

Design a Roller Coaster

Try your hand at designing roller coasters. See what it's like to be an engineer! This interactive web site allows you to design your own roller coaster using the same physics concepts that are used to design real coasters. When you're done, your coaster will need to pass an inspection for both safety and fun. Great site for your students!

Structures Around the World

Exploratorium is a great site for physics teachers to find fun activities that will help students get acquainted in the classroom. Using materials found around the house, get your students to begin the year building bridges and skyscrapers together. Aimed at grades 6-8 students.