Physics and the Pinewood Derby

• An educational video that uses the Pinewood Derby to encourage your child’s interest in Physics.
• This video focuses on how to win. When your child brings home a trophy, he/she will gain a new appreciation for science!

• Use the principles of physics to build the fastest car possible, within the rules.
• Set the weight and center of mass of your car to maximize speed.
• Reduce the effects of friction.
• Align your car’s wheels to near perfection.
• Maximize your child’s involvement in car construction without compromising quality.
• Build a simple test track in your garage.

Physics topics introduced in the video: Probability and statistics . The weight of the car . Wind resistance . The center of mass . The moment of inertia . The Scientific Method . And more!