Balloon Rocket Race
by Fannie Hunt
Engage your young learners in an exciting journey through the world of STEM with our "Balloon Rocket Race" lesson! Designed specifically for 1st-grade students, this interactive and hands-on lesson combines elements of science, engineering, and mathematics to explore fundamental concepts of speed and distance in a fun and engaging way.
In this lesson, students will embark on a thrilling adventure inspired by the classic tale of "The Rabbit and the Hare Race." Through storytelling and discussion, they will learn about concepts such as speed, distance, and force, gaining a deeper understanding of how these principles shape motion and movement in the world around them.
But the excitement doesn't stop there! Students will also have the opportunity to become young engineers as they design and construct their very own balloon rockets. Using balloons, string, and a dash of creativity, they will unleash their imaginations and put their scientific knowledge to the test as they launch their balloon rockets and measure the distance traveled.
Lesson Grade Level
1st GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1eadNH7gItttLlRaIIo_bgHFYD4OWr3Ud/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance P3: Net Force Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) The Number System (NS) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Literature) Speaking & Listening
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