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(Verse 1)
I sit on my bike, my feet on the ground,
No motion, no moving around!
I push with my legs, I pedal so fast,
A little push for a speed that will last!
(Chorus)
Speed is how fast you go,
Acceleration is when you change it, you know!
You're accelerating when you speed up or slow,
That's how this physics rule starts to grow!
(Verse 2)
The road is flat and long and straight,
I stop my push, I wait and wait!
My speed stays steady, so nice and true,
The wind is rushing, passing through!
(Chorus)
Speed is how fast you go,
Acceleration is when you change it, you know!
You're accelerating when you speed up or slow,
That's how this physics rule starts to grow!
(Bridge)
A stop sign waits, a light turns red,
I squeeze the brakes, right up ahead!
I slow down, slow down, till I'm all done,
That's acceleration, too, my friend!
(Chorus)
Speed is how fast you go,
Acceleration is when you change it, you know!
You're accelerating when you speed up or slow,
That's how this physics rule starts to grow!
About the song
Speed up your learning about velocity, acceleration, and motion!
Race through the concepts of speed, velocity, and acceleration in this fast-paced physics adventure!
FAQs
What is the difference between speed and acceleration?
Speed tells how fast something is moving. Acceleration tells how quickly motion changes by speeding up, slowing down, or changing direction.
Can something accelerate without getting faster?
Yes. If a car turns a corner at the same speed, its direction is changing, so scientists still call that acceleration.
What is velocity?
Velocity includes speed and direction. Moving 6 miles per hour north is a different velocity from moving 6 miles per hour south.
Where do kids notice acceleration every day?
Kids feel acceleration when an elevator starts, a swing changes direction, a bike speeds up, or a car slows down at a stop sign.