Balancing Forces: Solving Real-World Problems Through Science

Mrs. Chandler introduces the science unit 'Balancing Forces' and guides students to prepare for the lessons by gathering writing materials. The unit focuses on solving a problem involving a floating train in the town of Faraday. Students are instructed to observe a video of the train and write their initial thoughts on why the train rises, floats, and falls. They are encouraged to keep their notes organized for future reference. The lesson emphasizes that there are no right or wrong answers at this stage, and students should submit their responses via Google Classroom or keep them for the next lesson.

What is the main focus of the science unit introduced by Mrs. Chandler?

• Studying plant biology

• Exploring the solar system

• Balancing Forces

• Understanding chemical reactions

What should students have ready for every science lesson?

• A textbook and highlighter

• A laptop and headphones

• A piece of paper and a pencil

• A calculator and ruler

What is the problem that the students will explore in the city?

• A broken traffic light

• A malfunctioning bridge

• A floating train

• A new type of vehicle

What should students do if they have ideas or questions during the video?

• Ignore them

• Write or draw them

• Ask a friend

• Wait until the end of the lesson

What is the main task for students after watching the video?

• Create a model of the train

• Write a report on the train's history

• Draw a picture of the train

• Record initial thoughts on the train's movement

What is the name of the town where the floating train is located?

• Galileo

• Einstein

• Faraday

• Newton

What is the main focus of the unit 'Balancing Forces'?

• How objects can move without being touched

• The history of trains

• The design of modern vehicles

• The impact of gravity on objects

What are students encouraged to do with their initial ideas about the train?

• Ignore them

• Share them with classmates

• Keep them for future reference

• Submit them for grading

Where can students find the pages for pre-unit writing?

• In the school library

• On the school website

• On Google Classroom

• In the science textbook

What should students do if they prefer a written copy of their thoughts?

• Type in a Word document

• Write on paper with a pencil

• Use a digital notepad

• Record a voice memo