Air Rocket Engineering
by Kelly Coakley-Magid
In this lesson, students will be introduced to the phenomenon of paper/air pressure rocketry. Students will make a memorable and hands-on connection with the transfer of energy when they create and launch their rockets. Students will also experience the engineering design process while they work to improve their rockets with a specific goal in mind (such as reaching a higher altitude.)
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1OUHatc44t2NApic6WcXBKbegzv0XCGys/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force P4: Energy Transfer Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S4: Apply Science to Engineering
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