We live in a dynamic world where everything is in motion, or so it
seems. But not everything is moving the same way. Some things move from
one place to another. Other things go around and around in a rotational
motion. Still other things are stationary, stable for a time, balanced
on a thin line between stop and go. These are the global phenomena that
students experience in the Balance and Motion Module.
Students will
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Measure linear distance using standard metric units. |
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Explore concepts of position, balance, counterweight,
and stability. |
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Observe and describe systems that are unstable and modify
them to reach equilibrium by changing the position of counterweights. |
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Observe that objects fall to the ground due to the force
of gravity unless something holds them up. |
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Discover different ways to produce rotational motion
using forces (pushes and pulls). |
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Construct and observe toys that spin, and explore and
describe some of the variables that influence the spinning of objects. |
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Observe and compare rolling systems with different-sized
wheels. |
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Explore and describe the motion of rolling spheres. |
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Investigate sound pitch and volume in terms of vibration. |
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Investigate magnetic force and observe how it can make
things move at a distance. |
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Know examples of how tools and machines are used to
make things happen. |
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Make predictions of motion events based on patterns. |
Storyline
This graphic is intended to help teachers focus on the big idea of the unit,
and the concepts that help students understand the big idea. Note that each
lesson is matched with the concept it develops. Balance
& Motion Storyline 
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PAUSD teachers can place an online order for materials from the IMC-AV
Balance & Motion Collection. (You will need your Library ID Number, available
from your site librarian.)
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