Parachute Away!
by Mitzi Noreen Cantillep
In this lesson plan, students will make use of their knowledge about gravitational force and factors affecting it to design a stuffed mini parachute that will land the slowest from a given height. This will be a fun, collaborative activity that will make students explore gravitational force.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1dZDiyaZzrsQ2Y03yOWpwR4_9i0F817Wp/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance P3: Net Force Technology 4. Innovative Designer Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process English Language Arts (ELA) Writing Speaking & Listening
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