2. Space and Physics A unit for older elementary and middle school students using the computer

3. Space and Physics 1. Introduction 2. Brainstorming exercise 3. Components associated with space travel 4. Newton’s Laws (Space Shuttle Physics) 5. Historical Perspectives (Space Transportation: Past, Present and Future) 6. Student Presentations

4. Historical Perspectives 1. Isaac Newton Newton’s laws of Motion 1. Inertia: Objects in motion will remain in motion until acted on by an unbalanced force 2. F=M(A) 3. For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.

5. Historical perspectives Konstantin Tsiolkovsky Robert H. Goddard Herman Julius Oberth Wernher Von Braun

6. Standards for USD 260 Standard One: Science as Inquiry –Use appropriate tools, technologies and measurement units to gather and organize data. –Give examples of ho collaboration can be useful in solving scientific problems and sharing findings Standard Two: Physical Science –Identify and classify components of energy and matter. –Demonstrate knowledge of the Laws of Motion and Laws of Conservation of Mass.

7. Standards for USD 260 Standard Five: Science and Technology –Demonstrate and understand the relationship between science and technology. –Demonstrate understanding that current technologies create new technologies. Standard Seven: History and Nature of Science –Explore scientific discoveries and historical breakthroughs within the context of the various disciplines –Recognize the significance of communication, collaboration, and reflection to the advance science. –Describe space exploration events such as manned or unmanned space missions.

8. Internet Resources NASA Http://quest.arc.nasa.gov/space/teachers/lift off/newton.htm Science Museum (Eclipse) www.nmsi.ac.uk/eclipse/webmaster@ edmark.com Astronomy Cafe www2.ari.net/home/odenwald/cafe