Balloon Rocket
by Carol Nowakowski
An introduction to Newton's Laws of Motion.
Students will utilize two or three options to move a balloon across a tethered line.
Students will compare and contrast two different size balloons moving across different types of tethered lines.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1xyOcALxy0Deg33FA59R0A1tCj1nqIpHS/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force Technology 1. Empowered Learner 6. Creative Communicator Engineering S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering S6: Apply Communications to Engineering S7: Apply Project Management to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Writing Speaking & ListeningRelated Content
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