Trebuchet Project
by Irvin Goutcher
In this hands-on lesson, students create a trebuchet that launches a projectile to hit targets at specific distances, as well as launching the projectile the farthest distance.
A report must be given using the Engineering Design Process Rubric Guidelines. Helpful resources are included!
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/15QdRg8BnfRNYL-DujOxpXKi3KFaoT9U-F_vqjXC…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S4: Apply Science to Engineering
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