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A Hands-On Approach to
Academic Understanding
The Spinning Tops Project
By Chris de Firmian
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Project-Based Learning
Hands on approach
Experiential
Multi-subject
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Box Drum
History - originated in Africa
Geography - equator, continent and west coast
Physical Science - sound wave travel and distance
Music - timings
Art - improvisation
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Sailboat Model
Science - ocean currents and wind patterns
History - trade route development
Physics - sail creates lift
Language - maritime word origins
Art - complementary colors
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Cigar Box Guitar
History – Pythagoras and Great Depression
Physics – resonation and sound holes
Math - fret board layout
Repurposing
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Core Connection
Physical Science – see and feel how concepts work
Math – becomes more real with touch
History – becomes more relevant with connection
Subjects are inter-related
Multi-grade level
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Spinning Tops Math
K-3rd
Model with Math
Analyze 2- and 3- dimensional objects
Geometric measurements
Compare measurable attributes
6th-8th
Proportion relationships
Probability model
Reason abstractly
Formulas for volume, area and circumference
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Spinning Tops Physical Science
K-3rd
Tools are used to apply force
Force creates movement
Motion of objects can be observed and measured
6th-8th
Develop a hypothesis
Perform investigation
Motion • Velocity
Forces • Magnitude
• Friction
• Mass
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Spinning Tops Social Studies/History
Students analyze social aspects of early civilizations • Egypt, China, Greece,
Rome and India
Students examine the exchange of ideas • Medieval and Middle Ages
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Tops Found In Nature
Acorn Turban Shell
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Historical Tops
Wooden Top 2000 B.C. Egypt
Ivory Top 19th Century England
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Tops From Different Cultures
Dreidel Modern Japanese Tops
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Spinning Tops Visual Arts
Replicate patterns in nature
Create 3-dimensional arrangements
Experiment with color
Demonstrate skill in the manipulation of materials
Describe how balance and symmetry are used in art
Discuss art objects from various places and times
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Spinning Tops The Process-Part One
Students arrange wooden rings
Students build tops around the center shaft
Instructor will emphasize • Momentum
• Friction
• Compression
• Driving Force
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Spinning Tops The Process-Part Two
Students will
• Explore color combinations
• Critique
• Collaborate
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Round and Round Concepts
Stability
Center of Gravity
Rotational Force
Mass
Shape
Diameter
Speed/RPM
Predictions
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Collaborative Learning
Peer Learning
Non-Competitive
Social Skills
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Project Development
Grade Level • 1st grade
• High school
Subject
Project • Age
• Capabilities
• Interest