Rocket Physics : How Do Rockets Work?
by Arlene Nicolas
This lesson plan focuses on the use of several materials to create a rocket and a launcher.
Remodel the rocket as needed to validate Newton’s third law of motion and projectile motion.
Lesson Grade Level
9th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1H3NnaXgAE6DCrKwol_KkeND79ZnkihpS/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance P3: Net Force Technology 1. Empowered Learner 3. Knowledge Constructor 4. Innovative Designer Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering S5: Apply Technology to Engineering S6: Apply Communications to Engineering S7: Apply Project Management to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) Reasoning with Trigonometry (RT) Reasoning with Vectors (RV) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Speaking & Listening
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