Book 28, Question 25 · Video
How can you test ball physics in your own backyard?
Choose one question, like how the angle changes the distance. Use the same ball and throw each time. Mark landing spots with chalk or tape. Change only one thing at a time, such as angle, spin, or ball type. Try each three times and write the results in a table. Make sure you have lots of space, no windows nearby, and a grown-up to watch.
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What Crafty Clover says in this video
Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. How can you test ball physics in your own backyard?
The Big Idea
Your backyard can be a sports science lab! Let's test some ball physics. Ready, set, experiment!
One Question
Step one: One Question. Choose one question, like how the angle changes the distance. Use the same ball and throw each time, and mark landing spots with chalk or tape.
One Change
Step two: One Change. Change only one thing at a time, such as angle, spin, or ball type. Try each three times and write the results in a table.
Safety
Step three: Safety. Make sure you have lots of space and no windows nearby. Have a grown-up watch while you test.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Pick one. Change one thing. Try three times. Write results.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! Scientists repeat experiments to be sure the results are right. Mark landing spots. Change one thing. A grown-up should watch.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Plan a ball experiment with a grown-up nearby. Do your throws. Record the results in a table. Make a graph. What did you discover?
Outro
To test ball physics in your backyard, pick one question, use the same ball, and change only one thing at a time. Try each three times, record results in a table, and have plenty of space and a grown-up watching. Science is amazing! Keep asking questions! The more you look around, the more wonders you will find, so keep your eyes open! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!