Bouncing On Different Surfaces Investigation

How do I use this activity?

This activity is a great opportunity for your child to learn about the properties of different surfaces and how they affect the bounce of a ball. By conducting this investigation, your child will learn about scientific concepts such as gravity, force, and motion. Here are some tips to help you and your child get the most out of this activity:

• Choose surfaces that have different textures and hardness, such as wood, tile, carpet, and grass. This will allow your child to see the differences in how the ball bounces on each surface.
• Encourage your child to make predictions about how they think the ball will bounce on each surface before conducting the experiment. This will help them develop their critical thinking skills.
• Use the Bouncing on Different Surfaces Investigation Sheet to record your child's predictions and results. This will help them organize their data and draw conclusions.
• After conducting the experiment, ask your child questions about what they observed and what they think caused the ball to bounce differently on each surface. This will encourage them to think deeper about the scientific concepts they learned.

Remember, the most important part of this activity is to have fun while learning!