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There's no spin needed to describe the usefulness of a dizzying resource! Using paper plates, DVDs, wooden skewers, and pencils, learners work in teams to create spinning tops. The longest-spinning top wins.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have a contest to see which group's top spins the longest
Classroom Considerations
- A lot of materials are required for the activity; see complete list in teacher guide
- Resource assumes students know how to use a hot glue gun, but you can replace it with double-sided tape for a safer activity
Pros
- Provides some optional activity variations
- Include a list of defined vocabulary
Cons
- None