STEM Unit Plan by https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c By: Logan Ruddy en-us 2021-04-18 21:43:40 UTC 2025-09-25 12:32:14 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f6b4-2642.png FORCES & MOTION loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430664391 Length: 2-3 Weeks

Grade Level: 3rd Grade

Overall Unit Objectives:
  • SWBAT identify and compare different types of forces (balanced and unbalanced). 
  • SWBAT see different types of forces (Friction, Gravity, & Motion.) of an object and understand its motion and force.
  • SWBAT conduct an investigation to see the motion of an object. SWBAT compare old twirly bird to new twirly bird.
  • SWBAT design and Build a car and recognize all the different types of forces occurring together. (Gravity, friction, motion, etc.).

Unit Standards:
  • SCIENCE:
  • 3-PS2-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object. 
  • 3-PS2-2. Make observations and/or measurements of an object’s motion to provide evidence that a pattern can be used to predict future motion.
  •  3-5-ETS1-1. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. 
  •  3-5-ETS1-2. Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. 
  • 3-5-ETS1-3. Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved. 

  • MATH: 
  • 3.OA.1.Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
  • 3.OA.2. Interpret whole-number quotients of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 56 ÷ 8 as the number of objects in each share when 56 objects are partitioned equally into 8 shares, or as a number of shares when 56 objects are partitioned into equal shares of 8 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a number of shares or a number of groups can be expressed as 56 ÷ 8.
  • 3.MD.6 Generate measurement data by measuring lengths using rulers marked with halves and fourths of an inch.

  • ELA:
  • W.3.1  Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons. 


]]> 2021-04-18 21:46:19 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430664391 What are Forces? loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430703435 Length: 1 Day
Standards:
  • Science:
  • 3-PS2-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object. 
  • ELA
  • W.3.2.A
    Introduce a topic and group related information together; include illustrations when useful to aiding comprehension.
  • W.3.8
    Recall information from experiences or gather information from print and digital sources; take brief notes on sources and sort evidence into provided categories.
]]> 2021-04-18 22:24:04 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430703435 EXPLORE: loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430713015 Introduction to Forces: 
  • Read Book called: FORCES physical science for kids
  • Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHxMCJC13k8
]]> 2021-04-18 22:31:59 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430713015 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430713573 2021-04-18 22:32:33 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430713573 Science Journals loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430713914 Have students copy down anchor chart for "What is Forces?" for that specific day we talk about it.

They will not write down all of the anchor chart at once. We will do this as a class.

Since this is the first class we will just talk about forces in general and  how... a Force is a push or pull of an object]]> 2021-04-18 22:32:55 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430713914 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430715609 2021-04-18 22:34:36 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430715609 Twirly Bird and Flying Fish- Intro to Motion (See Lesson Plan) loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430726956 Length: 1-2 Days

Standards: 
  • SCIENCE:
    • 3-PS2-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object. 
    •  3-5-ETS1-1. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. 
      •  3-5-ETS1-2. Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. 
    • 3-5-ETS1-3. Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved. 
  • ELA:
    • W.3.1  Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons. 
]]> 2021-04-18 22:45:59 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430726956 Balanced Forces loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430733912 Length: 1-2 Days
Standards:
Science:
  • 3-PS2-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object. 
Math:
  • 3.OA.1.Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
  • 3.OA.2. Interpret whole-number quotients of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 56 ÷ 8 as the number of objects in each share when 56 objects are partitioned equally into 8 shares, or as a number of shares when 56 objects are partitioned into equal shares of 8 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a number of shares or a number of groups can be expressed as 56 ÷ 8.


]]> 2021-04-18 22:52:38 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430733912 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430743847 2021-04-18 23:02:34 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430743847 FRICTION loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430752710 Length: 2-3 Days
Standards:
  • Science:
    • 3-PS2-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object.
]]> 2021-04-18 23:10:43 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430752710 Introduction/Activity loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430754365 Introduction
1. Do science journals and add part about friction

2. What is Friction? 
  • Friction is the resistance of motion when one object rubs against another. Anytime two objects rub against each other, they cause friction. Friction works against the motion and acts in the opposite direction.
  • Friction slows an object down
]]> 2021-04-18 23:12:18 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430754365 EXPLORE: loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430758654 Partner students up and give each of them 2 identical cars and 2 pieces of long wooden blocks.

First Block is smooth. Second block has velco on it. You will be able to stick sand paper to it, bumpy rocks, etc. 

Students will get to explore on their own why the car with the smooth side always wins. 

After time is up have students come together as a group and talk about it.

NEXT, Watch video:
link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ePpWrvOXGY

]]> 2021-04-18 23:16:08 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430758654 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430764868 Activity will look something like this. Examples of this experiment is below. Look at the following pictures.

However, I am giving student lots of different options to try out and see friction.]]> 2021-04-18 23:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430764868 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430779952 VOCAB:
  • Balanced Forces: make objects sit still
  • Unbalanced Forces: Make Objects move
]]> 2021-04-18 23:33:51 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430779952 Introduction/Activity loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430781914 1. Do Science journals and talk about how there are 2 different kinds of forces (Balanced and Unbalanced)

2. **DO WHAT I WANT TO KNOW part of the KWL form**

3. Go Outside and have the kids play Tug-a-war. Explain to them that if they are just holding it straight without pulling it is balanced. 

4. Then have kids pull and do Tug-a-war (rope will have a flag on it and it will simply have to cross the line. This is so no one will physically fall to the ground).
After that, explain how that is unbalanced because someone is pulling it the forces were not matched.]]> 2021-04-18 23:35:27 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430781914 MATH loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430786615 Have students do Math/Science Homework about forces. 
  • This Homework Assignment is using multiplication and division and asking students if it is a balance or unbalanced force
]]> 2021-04-18 23:39:12 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430786615 KWL FORM ON Forces. loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430818025 What I KNOW
What I WANT to KNOW
What I have LEARNED

Since this is the beginning of the Unit ONLY do the WHAT I KNOW ]]> 2021-04-19 00:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430818025 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430819780 2021-04-19 00:01:26 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1430819780 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1431035752 2021-04-19 01:35:25 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1431035752 Gravity EGG DROP Activity loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1431046318 Length: 3-4 Days
Standards: 
  • Science:
    • 3-PS2-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object. 
    • 3-PS2-2. Make observations and/or measurements of an object’s motion to provide evidence that a pattern can be used to predict future motion.
    •  3-5-ETS1-1. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. 
    •  3-5-ETS1-2. Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. 
    • 3-5-ETS1-3. Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved. 
  • MATH:
    • 3.MD.6 Generate measurement data by measuring lengths using rulers marked with halves and fourths of an inch.
]]> 2021-04-19 01:39:58 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1431046318 Intro/Activity loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1431088696
  • SWBAT understand that objects have gravity and it is a force that is pulled to the ground.
  • VOCAB: Gravity- is a force that pulls things down to Earth

    • 1. Do science Journal. Add part about Gravity.

    2. Have students test their knowledge. Teacher will drop different weight sizes on a foam mat and have students guess which will hit the floor first. Students will think the lighter one will hit the ground first However, they will see that they hit at the same time because of gravity.
    *Use technology- the slow motion feature too*
    3. Link Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiBiZM1zX38

    Start at 1:45 Do Coke Bottle

    & 13:35 Block Vs Soda Cans

    *Do not show the whole video. But some of it is cool in slow motion*

    4. Read Humpty Dumpty. 
    link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3uiMr8qdMc

    Next, move on to activity.
    ]]>     2021-04-19 01:56:58 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1431088696     Build a Car loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1434729298 Length: 1-2 Weeks
    Standards:
    • Science:
      • 3-PS2-1. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object. 
      • 3-PS2-2. Make observations and/or measurements of an object’s motion to provide evidence that a pattern can be used to predict future motion.
      •  3-5-ETS1-1. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. 
      • 3-5-ETS1-2. Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.
      • 3-5-ETS1-3. Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved. 
    • Math:
      • 3.MD.6 Generate measurement data by measuring lengths using rulers marked with halves and fourths of an inch.
    ]]>     2021-04-19 18:49:59 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1434729298     loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1435346393 Use Technology and SLOW MOTION feature to have Gravity in action!

    The Egg Drop will be forced by gravity to fall down and make it to the net. Without gravity the egg would float in the air and never make it in the ground]]>     2021-04-19 21:59:16 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1435346393     Build Your Own Car loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1435359739 SEE LESSON PLAN
    I want this lesson to be the one that is graded. Thank you]]>     2021-04-19 22:06:00 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1435359739     What if Gravity DID NOT EXIST loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1440485227 Link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kePYPZUVjI]]> 2021-04-21 00:51:48 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1440485227 Egg Drop Gravity Lesson loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1440534946 **** Standards are Listed Above.
    Supplies:
    • One Raw Egg (Do this in Groups of 3-4)
    • cardboard (Use ruler and measure how much you want)
    • newspaper
    • old boxes
    • paper
    • tape, glue, rubberbands
    • popsicle sticks
    • baggies
    • straws
    • feathers
    • cottonballs
    • Empty Milk Jug
    • Bubble Wrap
    Goal: Pretend your egg is Humpty Dumpty. Students will build a contraption that safely gets Humpty Dumpty aka a raw egg to the ground after being dropped from a specified height.

    STEPS:
    • Find Where we will drop it. Hopefully the school janitor will want to get involved and drop them all from the roof.
    • Must Use material listed above
    • The contraption must be constructed on top of the table or other flat surface)
    • Your goal is to safely get your raw egg to the ground
    • Your raw egg must be kept inside the contraption without cracking or breaking.
    • There are many Different ways to complete this challenge. BE CREATIVE!
    • Use Technology and research ideas
    • USE ENGINEERING DESIGN PROCESS
    • FILL OUT WORKSHEET WHEN DONE (worksheet provided in next slides)
    ]]>     2021-04-21 01:09:33 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1440534946     TECHNOLOGY SIMULATION loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444018594 https://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/forces-and-motion-basics/latest/forces-and-motion-basics_en.html

    ]]>     2021-04-21 18:27:51 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444018594     TECHNOLOGY loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444020811 DO NET FORCE SIMULATION
    https://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/forces-and-motion-basics/latest/forces-and-motion-basics_en.html]]>     2021-04-21 18:28:21 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444020811     TECHNOLOGY loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444022306 Do Friction Simulation
    https://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/forces-and-motion-basics/latest/forces-and-motion-basics_en.html

    Another Friction Simulation: When the books rub against each other:
    https://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/friction/latest/friction_en.html]]>     2021-04-21 18:28:42 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444022306     TECHNOLOGY loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444023502 DO motion Simulation
    https://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/forces-and-motion-basics/latest/forces-and-motion-basics_en.html]]>     2021-04-21 18:28:59 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444023502     WORKSHEET loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444876599 2021-04-21 23:29:28 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444876599 WORKSHEET AS A CLASS loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444877460 2021-04-21 23:29:56 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444877460 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444896971 2021-04-21 23:40:25 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1444896971 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453802120 2021-04-23 22:41:47 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453802120 Inspirational pictures for students loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453806110 2021-04-23 22:44:35 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453806110 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453807028 2021-04-23 22:45:13 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453807028 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453807836 2021-04-23 22:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453807836 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453808183 2021-04-23 22:46:01 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453808183 INTRO loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453809508 If I Built a Car By Dan Van Duden
    Link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYgqMvE3K2E

    ]]>     2021-04-23 22:47:05 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1453809508     loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1476360513 2021-04-30 00:42:16 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1476360513 EXTENSION ACTIVITY loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1476432095 1. Make Paper Airplanes!
    Have students try out 3 different kinds of paper airplanes. 
    2. Look at their motion. Which one went the farthest?
    3. Write opinion pieces about which one is better and explain why

    link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dbmsdprJoA]]>     2021-04-30 01:07:27 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1476432095     loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487102885 2021-05-03 20:05:39 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487102885 WORKSHEET loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487109753 2021-05-03 20:07:47 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487109753 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487110534 2021-05-03 20:08:03 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487110534 ASSESSMENT loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487112263 Assessment Worksheet to fill out on the overall work as an individual and as a group (see worksheet below)]]> 2021-05-03 20:08:31 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487112263 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487239100 2021-05-03 20:50:29 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487239100 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487239640 2021-05-03 20:50:42 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487239640 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487240241 2021-05-03 20:50:57 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1487240241 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1491390865 After everything is over. Students will be asked just like the Humpty Dumpty activity where they saw stuff. This is a good idea on how the kids can tell the teacher what they saw.

    Science - Hopefully they notice that Gravity is when it went down the ramp, motion is the wheels and moving, it is unbalanced since it is moved, and friction is when it is slowing down. Super fun and easy!

    math- Using Ruler and measuring supplies they need

    Technology- looking up ways to build cart

    Engineering - Building the car itself]]>     2021-05-04 19:22:02 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1491390865     loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1491899217 2021-05-04 22:23:04 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1491899217 loganruddy https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1491899968 2021-05-04 22:23:30 UTC https://padlet.com/loganruddy/95kj3vbguqgk8b6c/wish/1491899968