Physics games can turn a complicated subject into a fun learning experience.
Physics has long been one of the classroom subjects students dread the most. The math, long equations and complicated theories are enough to make the best student nervous about an upcoming test. This doesn't mean that physics can't be fun. Using fun group games can get students excited about the subject. From gravity to electricity, every topic can be covered in a game and turned into an exciting experience.
Physics Jeopardy
Physics Jeopardy is a great game for teachers of any grade because it is easily adaptable for any age. Set up the game by creating a Jeopardy-style game board. Have at least five topics you want to cover and at least five questions under each topic. The questions should vary in difficulty, with the hardest ones being worth the most points.
Divide your children into two teams. The rules of the game are simple. The first person to raise his hand after you read the question will have to answer the question. That team is awarded the points the question is worth if the student gets the question correct. If he answers incorrectly, the other team is given 10 seconds to answer. No points are awarded if neither team can answer the question correctly. Start the game with a preliminary question worth 0 points to determine which team gets to control the board first.
The Great Car Race
The Great Car Race is a game geared toward kids under the age of 12. You'll need to have at least two toy car race tracks that are straight and can be elevated so you can create a slope for the toy cars to travel down. Have several small toy cars available for your kids to use, or have your kids bring some to class. Line up the tracks side by side so they look exactly the same and have children compete against each other in a car race.
The children should be divided into two groups with each child racing representing their group. A team gains a point for every team member that wins a race. Give the losing racer a related physics term to define. Her team will also receive a point if she can properly define the term. If she can't, no points are awarded. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins.
Physics Crossword Puzzle
The physics crossword puzzle is another game that can be easily changed depending on the age of the kids in your class. Create a crossword puzzle, using the definitions of physics terms as the clues and the terms themselves within the puzzle. Leave a blank spot next to each clue so the words can be written down to help the kids keep track of the clues they've successfully solved. Award one point for each clue correctly solved and found in the puzzle. The children with the most points win the game.
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