Physics Park
Overview
Student ownership of community projects is the primary focus of this activity. Students will be engaged in the construction of a playground and the examination of the physics behind the playground's equipment. Due to the nature of this activity, it can be used as an introduction or a review of a unit on physics. Students will utilize the map and picture found on this lesson's Web site as a resource in the playground's construction. If resources are available, this lesson can be easily adapted to accommodate the individual needs of any local school or community. As an extension to this activity, students will become involved in the persuasive promotion of their ideas to local school districts.
