Catapult
by Savita Narang
The students design and test a catapult using simple materials like popsicle sticks and rubber bands. They learn about the history of catapults and also about the physical science concepts related to the catapults.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1v-g_1Pd5Ll2tScDQ4z83QludH2znr3Ya/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance P3: Net Force P4: Energy Transfer Technology 1. Empowered Learner 4. Innovative Designer Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text)
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