Newton's Rockets Lesson 1 of 4
by ELLIOT HALL
This lesson plan is part 1 of 4. This lesson focuses on how Newton's Laws apply to rocket launches as well as what forces are present at three different stages of launch. Additional lessons will be over building rockets, launch/data observation, and finally written understanding of Newton's laws in action on rockets.
Lesson Grade Level
7th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1tGv1wkLkHKPiSyAI8rSxyZLo3AKNa2pp/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance P3: Net Force Engineering English Language Arts (ELA) Speaking & Listening
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