Instructional Video

Why are Stones Round? feat. Zach Weiner

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Explore how gravity shapes the world around us. An engaging video lesson explains how gravity contributes to the shape of stones. The discussion centers on the difference between the formation of spherical and flat stones.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a guided notes document with questions for pupils to answer after they watch the video
  • Have individuals write a summary of the video and include a sketch to illustrate them
Classroom Considerations
  • Assumes a solid understanding of the force of gravity
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Images add clarity to the concepts in the lesson
  • Makes an analogy to biscuits and dumplings that help learners make an important connection to gravity
Cons
  • None