Charles Spencer fourth graders explore how a coaster rolls

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Teacher Amy McClendon’s fourth grade class at Charles Spencer Elementary recently studied a unit on force and motion. They completed several experiments involving friction, gravity and centripetal force. With background knowledge of the forces that make a roller coaster work, students worked in cooperative groups to design and construct their own roller coasters made from pipe insulation and recyclable items from home. Contributed Photo

January 27, 2012

Anonymous CNHI The Tifton Gazette Fri Jan 27, 2012, 09:17 PM EST

Teacher Amy McClendon’s fourth grade class at Charles Spencer Elementary recently studied a unit on force and motion. They completed several experiments involving friction, gravity and centripetal force. With background knowledge of the forces that make a roller coaster work, students worked in cooperative groups to design and construct their own roller coasters made from pipe insulation and recyclable items from home.

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