Subject: Science

Grade Level: Grade 9

Objective: Define momentum and identify the factors affecting momentum,

Understand the importance of momentum in real-life situations, Apply the
principle of momentum by solving momentum problems

Learning within and across curriculum:

- Within:

1) Mathematics - Understanding velocity and acceleration in physics involves

mathematical calculations that are related to momentum.

2) Physical Education - Momentum is crucial in sports like basketball where players

need to understand how momentum affects their movements.

3) Technology and Livelihood Education - Knowledge of momentum is essential in

designing efficient machines and vehicles.

- Across:

1) English - Writing a narrative involving a character's actions and understanding

how momentum can impact the story's development.

2) Social Studies - Analyzing historical events such as collisions or battles and

discussing the role of momentum in shaping outcomes.

3) Home Economics - Understanding the momentum of ingredients in cooking

processes, like mixing batter or kneading dough.

ELICIT:

[Teaching Strategy: Brainstorming]

[Instructional Materials: None]

Anecdote 1 - Sharing a story of Filipino jeepneys navigating through traffic to

illustrate momentum in motion.

Anecdote 2 - Using a traditional game like "sipa" to show how momentum affects the
flight of the shuttlecock.

ENGAGE:

[Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing]

[Instructional Materials: None]

1) Idea - Students act out a scene where they demonstrate different levels of
momentum in daily activities like walking, running, and stopping.

2) Idea - Students participate in a debate discussing the importance of momentum in

various sports.

EXPLORE:

Activity 1: Momentum in Collisions

[Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning]

Materials - Toy cars, measuring tape

Significance - To observe and analyze how momentum affects the outcome of

collisions.

Instructions -
1) Set up two toy cars on a track.

2) Measure the mass and velocity of each car.

3) Conduct collisions at different speeds and angles.

Rubric

- Understanding of momentum concept - 15 pts.

- Accuracy of calculations - 10 pts.

- Analysis of collision outcomes - 10 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What factors affect the momentum of a moving object?

2) How does the mass of an object influence its momentum during a collision?

3) Explain the relationship between velocity and momentum.

Activity 2: Momentum in Sports

[Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning]

Materials - Sports equipment (e.g., basketball, volleyball)

Significance - To apply the concept of momentum in understanding sports

movements.

Instructions -

1) Students choose a sport and analyze the role of momentum in specific actions.

2) Demonstrate how momentum affects passing, shooting, or blocking in the chosen

sport.

3) Present findings to the class.

Rubric

- Application of momentum concept - 15 pts.

- Clarity of presentation - 10 pts.

- Engagement in group discussion - 10 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How does momentum impact the trajectory of a basketball during a pass?

2) Why is momentum important in executing a successful spike in volleyball?

3) Discuss how momentum influences the outcome of a sprint race.

Inclusive Activity 3: Momentum in Everyday Life

[Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning]

Materials - None

Significance - To recognize momentum in common activities without the need for

specialized resources.

Instructions -

1) Students observe and identify instances of momentum in their surroundings.

2) Document their findings through sketches or short descriptions.

3) Share examples with the class.

Rubric

- Observation and identification of momentum - 15 pts.

- Creativity in documenting examples - 10 pts.

- Contribution to class discussion - 10 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How does momentum play a role in swinging on a playground swing?

2) Identify a real-life scenario where momentum conservation is evident.

3) Discuss the difference between momentum and inertia in daily activities.

EXPLAIN:

Activity 1 - Teacher demonstrates the concept of momentum using the collision

activity and guides students in analyzing the results.

Activity 2 - Students present their findings on momentum in sports and engage in a

class discussion to deepen understanding.

Activity 3 - Students share their observations of momentum in everyday life and

connect these examples to the lesson content.

ELABORATE:

[Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning]

Task 1 - Students design a poster illustrating different scenarios where momentum is

conserved in nature.

Task 2 - Students create a short video explaining the concept of momentum using
examples from their daily experiences.

Supporting Material 1 - Article on the conservation of momentum in car crashes.

Supporting Material 2 - Video clip demonstrating momentum in action during a roller

coaster ride.

EVALUATE:

[Teaching Strategy: Problem-Based Learning]

[Instructional Materials: Worksheets]

Question 1 - Calculate the momentum of a car weighing 1200 kg moving at 20 m/s.

Question 2 - Explain why a heavier object at rest can have more momentum than a
lighter object in motion.

Question 3 - Solve a problem involving the conservation of momentum in a collision

between two objects.
H.O.T.S.:

Question 1 - How can the conservation of momentum be applied to analyze the

motion of celestial bodies in space?

Answer 1 - Understanding the momentum of planets helps astronomers predict their

orbits and interactions in the solar system.

Question 2 - Discuss the implications of momentum conservation in ensuring the

safety of passengers in car crashes.

Answer 2 - By analyzing momentum changes during collisions, engineers can design

safer vehicles and implement effective safety measures.

Question 3 - Evaluate the role of momentum in determining the success of a rocket

launch.

Answer 3 - Momentum is crucial in propelling rockets into space and maintaining

their trajectory during flight.

EXTEND:

[Teaching Strategy: Discussion]

[Instructional Materials: Case Studies]

Use-case 1 - Applying the concept of momentum conservation to analyze the

physics behind a roller coaster ride.

Use-case 2 - Exploring the impact of momentum on the efficiency of renewable

energy systems like wind turbines.

Assignment:

1) Design a simple experiment to demonstrate the conservation of momentum in

collisions at home.

2) Write a short essay discussing the importance of momentum in various aspects of

daily life.

This comprehensive lesson plan is designed to engage Grade 9 students in

exploring the concept of momentum across different subjects and real-life contexts. It
provides a variety of activities and assessments to enhance their understanding and
application of momentum principles.