Ebook: STEM labs for physical science: grades 6-8

Introduction to STEM education -- Teacher resources -- STEM Labs -- Matter. Enteric-coated pills -- Keep it fresh -- Chemical compound model -- Save that ice! -- The hydrophobic effect -- Bubbling bottle lamp -- Measuring mass -- Forces and motion. -- Vending machine drop -- Bridge building -- Furniture fun -- Zip line ride -- Big wheel -- Make that hoop! -- Iceberg science -- 3-D pop ups -- Aerodynamics of paper airplanes -- Newton's blast-off! -- Energy. Scream machine -- Is it magic? -- Boomerang can toy -- Electric maze -- Magnetic game -- Dance! Dance! Dance! -- Play that tune -- Light controller -- Wilderness kit.;This volume provides 26 fun and meaningful integrated labs that cultivate an interest in the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The labs challenge students to apply scientific inquiry, content knowledge, and technological design to solve real-world problems. Introductory materials explain STEM education concepts and provide teachers with materials for instruction and assessment. Topics covered include matter, forces and motion, and energy. Key components of each lab: creativity, teamwork, communication, critical thinking. Correlated to current state, national, and provincial standards.