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Direct linkCronin, Jim – Science Scope, 2003
The author was looking for a demonstration that actually used wind shear forces to set up the tornado effect when he saw a video produced by The Tornado Project called "Secrets of the Tornado". This video not only shows dozens of actual tornadoes, but also gives construction techniques for several different styles of tornado boxes that are…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Natural Disasters, Science Experiments, Class Activities
Peer reviewedWinemiller, Jake; And Others – Science Scope, 1991
Describes an extra credit science project in which students compete to see who can build the most efficient water rocket out of a two-liter pop bottle. Provides instructions on how to build a demonstration rocket and launching pad. (MDH)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Experiential Learning, Force, Grade 8
