Mrs. Maher's 4th graders have been busy turning science class into a hands-on laboratory of motion, measurement, and discovery. Using Hot Wheels cars and Speedometry kits, students explored the forces that affect how objects move — and had a blast doing it.
But the learning didn’t stop with science concepts. Projects like this weave together a whole collection of real‑world skills. As students tested their cars and adjusted their tracks, they were also:
Writing clear, step‑by‑step procedures
Measuring distances and times with accuracy
Calculating averages to compare results
Practicing both written and verbal communication
Collaborating as thoughtful, supportive team members
Managing materials and staying organized
Collecting and analyzing data
And, of course, having fun while learning
Activities like Speedometry show how powerful hands‑on learning can be. When students build, test, revise, and explore, they’re not just learning science — they’re learning how to think, communicate, and work together.
