Newton’s First Law Cartoon
4 / 3 / 2 / 1Newton’s First Law Explained
(x2) / Clearly shows how this is true in moving and stationary objects. / Shows how this is true in moving and stationary objects with small errors. OR
Clearly shows how this is true for moving or stationary objects. / Shows how this is true in moving and stationary objects with misconceptions.
OR
Shows how this is true in moving or stationary objects with small errors. / Shows how this is true in moving or stationary objects with misconceptions.
Inertia Defined
(x2) / Demonstrates a strong understanding of inertia / Demonstrates knowledge of inertia / Refers to moving objects or stationary objects or inertia with some explanation / Refers to moving objects or stationary objects or inertia without explanation
Newton's First Law Applied
(x2) / Three or more examples of Newton's First Law are present with accurate vectors representing the forces. / Two examples of Newton's First Law are present with accurate vectors representing the forces. / Two examples of Newton's First Law are present with errors in vectors representing the forces.
OR
One example of Newton's First Law is present with accurate vectors representing the forces. / One e3xxample Newton's First Law is present with errors in vectors representing the forces.
Originality
(x2) / Drawings are original and thought provoking. None of the examples are the same as those we used in class. / Most drawings are original, only one of the examples is similar to those used in class. / Two of the examples provided are the same as were used in class. / All of the examples provided were used in class.
Applicability
(x2) / Drawings are used to demonstrate a strong knowledge of Newton’s Laws. / Drawings are used to demonstrate a knowledge of Newton’s Laws. / Drawings lack some relevancy to Newton’s laws. / Drawing are not relevant to Newton’s laws.
Neatness
(x1) / Drawings/ posters are neat and organized. Effort is outstanding. / Effort to be neat and organized is moderate. / Effort to be neat is fair. Drawing/ posters or spelling/ grammar lack significant attention. / Effort is far from student’s ability. Several grammar and spelling errors are obvious.
Spelling and Grammar
(x1) / Spelling and grammar are 100% accurate. / 1 to 3 errors in spelling or grammar are present. / 4-6 errors in spelling or grammar are present. / More than 6 errors in spelling or grammar are present.
TOTAL
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Newton’s Law Think-Tac-Toe Square G
1st Law Cartoon
For this square on the Think-Tac-Toe you will create a series of cartoons that help to explain Newton's First Law. In these cartoons be sure to include at least three examples of Newton's First Law in action and show the appropriate vectors. Use the rubric below to guide you in your planning. Good Luck!