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Norton Commons STEAM: Science

Engineering is Elementary

Information on EiE:

Our Mission

Engineering is Elementary supports educators and children with curricula and professional development that develop engineering literacy.

"EiE is an excellent inquiry-based STEM curriculum that teaches students thinking and reasoning skills needed for success. Built around the engineering design process, EiE teaches kids how to solve problems systematically... creating skills, optimism, and attitudes important for their futures. Life is not multiple choice."

Laura J. Bottomley, Ph.D, Director, The Engineering Place
North Carolina State University

 

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Science At Home

Coin Drop

See how force and motion work together!

 

What you will need:

  • Index card
  • Coin
  • Drinking glass

 

Directions:

Set the index card over the mouth of the glass.  Place the coin on top of the card, centered over the mouth of the glass.  With a fast motion,  flick the card forward with your finger.  What happened?  What did you notice?  What did you wonder?  Why did the coin fall in the cup?  What force was acting on it?

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