Lining Up Roller Coasters
Data Story
Students interpret patterns in bar charts of roller coaster heights and speeds. They use the measurements and patterns of the roller coasters’ motions to predict future motion of a new roller coaster.
Welcome to this Data Story! The dataset for this story is from five different wooden roller coasters around the United States. You will explore the data in bar charts, organize the graph, and make predictions about a new roller coaster. Click Next to begin!
Topics and standards: Science, Energy, Physical Science, Motion, Forces & Motion, 3-PS2-2, Identify-Interpret Patterns, Compare Groups, Tuva Jr., 5-PS2-2, 3.2.3.A