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Let's quote Einstein

Einstein is well remembered for his quotes. Some of his quotes are very simple but they sure make you think! It was Einstein's way of explaining things that we usually take for granted.

  1. Open this word doc of Einstein's quotes (Word 27KB).
  2. Select one of Einstein's well-known quotes.
  3. Draw a picture by using Paint, Kidpix, etc to show your understanding of an Einstein quote.
  4. Copy the picture into the frame provided.

Email your fabulous drawing to ed@tki.org.nz.

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Fascinating physics

From a young age Einstein was interested in a certain type of science called physics. He spent his life thinking about the wonders of physics and it is said his ideas were far ahead of other scientists. So what was so interesting about physics that caught Einstein's attention?

Open this physics website. Read the information then answer these questions to gain a better understanding of physics.

  1. What 'basic things' of physics are found throughout the universe?
  2. List three places that you will usually find people working with physics.
  3. What other areas of science can physics be used with?
  4. Einstein is well known for his formula E=mc2, what does the E, m, and the c stand for?
  5. Why is it better to say the 'theories' of physics rather than the 'laws' of physics?
  6. Name the 'laws' of physics from ancient times that is not believed today?

Email your answers to ed@tki.org.nz.

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Einstein's equation

When you hear people talk about Einstein you usually hear them mentioning his famous formula E=mc2, but what does it really mean?

  1. Open the link and scroll over Einstein's equation to understand the meaning of the letters and symbols.
  2. Open the formula word doc (Word 28KB) and write in your own words what this formula means.
  3. Why not become an Einstein and create your own equation. It can be weird and wacky or plain and perfect. You decide and remember to be creative with your design.

Email your equations to ed@tki.org.nz.

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Eye on Einstein

Ed had no idea that physics and his friend Einstein were involved with his breakfast, copying a picture, and watching his favourite programme. Einstein's ability to think about some of the simplest things allowed other people to create new inventions such as scanners, microwaves, and CD players.

  1. Open Eye on Einstein website and see the many ideas that Einstein helped to create.
  2. Now lets look even further by opening Einstein's legacy and explore how physics, Einstein, and other scientists designed some amazing technological equipment that we use today.
  3. Open the links and discover some fun things that you can try out.

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Science nursery rhymes

Science is everywhere and it can help explain why some things just happen, but have you ever seen science explain nursery rhymes!

  1. Open this science website and scroll down to science nursery rhymes.
  2. Open the PDF file and read through some of the well-known rhymes.
  3. Find one that explains a part of physics.
  4. Have a go and write your own.

Email your scientific nursery rhyme to ed@tki.org.nz.

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Wicked hair

Wiki is right into styling her hair and really likes the photos of Einstein's wacky hair. In fact Wiki thinks he looks like a bushy-haired super thinker.

Open the wicked hair doc (Word 49KB).

  1. Write your ideas on how Einstein got this amazing hairstyle.

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Write what Einstein may be thinking.

  1. Find an image of Einstein and give him a make over including a new hairstyle. Explain your process, equipment, and hair products used.
  2. Use paint and draw how Einstein's hair style may look in the 21st century.

Email your wacky ideas to ed@tki.org.nz.

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