2nd Greatest Prank in College Football and it was SCIENCE !

On the night before the Yellow Jackets were set to arrive in Auburn for an 1896 game (yes, 1896), Auburn students greased the train tracks leading in and out of the local station. When Georgia Tech's train came into town, it skidded through town and didn't stop for five more miles. The GT football team had to make the trek back to town, then went on to lose, 45-0.  (Thanks to USA Today, 08 March 2013.)

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EARN A REWARD: Stop by to see Mrs D and explain (in your own words) how this prank worked! 

EARN A REWARD - Concept Map Swimming

You saw him in the Rio Summer Olympics. Michael Phelps is the winner of 23 Olympic Gold Medals - a feat surpassing all other Olympians. Sixteen years ago, at age 15, Phelps was part of the 2000 US Olympic team (although he did not medal in the 2000 games). So what are the factors associated with being a champion swimmer? Clearly he has a high performing body and mind but what are the specific factors that contribute to propelling your body thru water at a high speed?

EARN A REWARD! 
Draw a concept map including at least 15 elements that contribute to being a champion swimmer.
Your concept map should be drawn on a single sheet of paper.
Turn in your concept map to Mrs D on or before Friday, 02 September and...
EARN A REWARD!

YOUNG SCIENTISTS - WHAT INSPIRES YOU?