Save time with this complete projectile motion lesson for Math 2 or Algebra 2 students. This resource focuses on modeling projectile motion with quadratic functions and analyzing key features of the graph, including maximum height, time to reach maximum height, and landing time.

A video is included that walks students through the guided notes, making it ideal for direct instruction, review, sub-plans, or flipped classrooms.

What’s Included
• Guided Notes (Student Version)
• Guided Notes Answer Key
• Practice Worksheet
• Practice Answer Key
• Video Lesson covering the guided notes

Students Will
• Write projectile motion equations
• Identify and interpret key features of the trajectory
• Find maximum height using the vertex formula
• Determine time to reach maximum height
• Find landing time using x-intercepts

Common Core Alignment

• HSA-REI.B.4: Solve quadratic equations
• HSF-IF.B.4: Interpret functions in context
• HSF-IF.C.7a: Graph quadratic functions
• HSF-BF.A.1: Write functions modeling relationships

Print and teach with minimal preparation. Perfect for classroom instruction, sub plans, review, or flipped classrooms.