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Phenomenal Physics

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Grades 1-12

Welcome to the world of phenomenal physics! In this lab, you will be introduced to the forces of physics – the basic principles that govern our physical world. As a physicist, you will observe, ask, and experiment on topics ranging from electricity and magnetism to sound and fluid dynamics. What will you discover about these forces?

Related Next Generation Science Standards

Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS2.A Forces and motion; PS2.B Types of interactions; PS3.B Conservation of energy and energy transfer; PS4.A Wave properties; PS4.B Electromagnetic radiation.

Science and Engineering Practices: Asking questions; Developing models; Analyzing and interpreting data; Constructing explanations.

At Your Site
Enrollment100 per session maximum
TimeTuesday – Friday
50 minutes
CostFull Rate: $1,200 for two sessions (two-session minimum; same program)
Full Rate: $1,400 for three sessions (same program)
Full Rate: $1,550 for four sessions with prior approval
Title 1 Rate: $840 for two sessions (two-session minimum; same program)
Title 1 Rate: $980 for three sessions (same program)
Title 1 Rate: $1,085 for four sessions with prior approval
If 80 or more miles away, a $320 travel fee applies
Adult volunteers required: 14, not including attending teachers

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