The Newton Car Practice Activity
Required Materials
- A small piece of wood (I used a piece which was about 7 inches x 4 inches x 1 inch. If you purchase a piece of wood at a hardware store, they should cut it to the appropriate dimensions for you.)
- Three screws (between about 1.5 inches and 2 inches in length)
- Screw driver
- Rubber bands (You will need 1 rubber band for the car, but it is a good idea to have a few backup rubber bands.)
- Thread or string
- About 12 round pencils, pens, straws, or short dowel rods
- Ruler
- Small medicine bottle or other small container, preferably with a lid (If no lid is available, use tape and/or paper to cover the top of the container.)
- Lighter, matches, or a pair of scissors
- Several pennies or other items for filling the container
- A smooth surface like a table or floor without carpet