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In this quick activity, learners take a balance challenge to measure their average balance time. As they collect data, they investigate how practice and repetition improve their balance time. Educators can use this easy, inexpensive activity to complement any instruction on physical fitness, physiology, and data collection.
- Under 5 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- $5 - $10 per group of students
- Ages 8 - 11
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Ruler
- Stopwatch
- Data sheet (see blackline master)
- Pencil
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Human Body
- The Brain and Nervous System
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Human Body
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Mathematics
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Data Analysis and Probability
- Data Analysis
- Data Collection
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Data Analysis and Probability
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Physical Sciences
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Motion and Forces
- Center of Gravity
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Motion and Forces
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Physical Activity
- Sports and Exercise
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- be mobile
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Children's Museum of Houston,