Build a Luge STEM Challenge
Emma Vanstone
Luge is one of our favourite Olympic events to watch. Luge involves one or two athletes sliding down an ice track at breathtaking speeds feet first on a small sled. It's the fastest Winter Olympic Sport.
Your mission in this activity is to build a mini luge track using a craft stick, coins and tape. It's a great way to learn about gravity and friction.
Questions to ask
Does a heavier luge go faster down a ramp?
Does the surface of a ramp affect the speed of a luge?
You'll need
- Craft stick
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