Teaching Through Trade Books: Roller Coasters!

by: Karen Ansberry and Emily Morgan

Students of all ages are fascinated by the ups, downs, loops, and twists of roller coaster rides! What they may not realize is that there is a lot of science involved in making a roller coaster work. This month’s column puts students in the shoes of a roller coaster designer as they work in teams to create their own roller coasters.

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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 3/1/2008Stock # sc08_045_07_18Volume 045Issue 07

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