
Tetrahedral Kite
by Kimberly Tornquist
Students build a Tetrahedral kite while learning about problem solving, patience and diligence to finish a task. They will also be able to explain lift and force and apply the steps of the engineering design process.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Lv_SuUlZRiVzTTtLeiAcqEDzkAM8tGcv/edit?u…Related Content

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