Science & Nature
Pumpkin Catapults
In this one-time class students will use the STEM process to create a catapult that launches pumpkins.
Mrs.Beckie- Hands on & STEM Learning
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6-10
year old learners
3-8
learners per class
$8
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Meets once
25 minute class
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Description
Class Experience
In this one-time class, students will create their very own pumpkin catapult. At the beginning of class, I will get to know my students and then I will explain the STEM challenge- which includes creating a working catapult that is able to launch a candy pumpkin. Students absolutely love it and always have such a fun time designing and launching. I will let students try to create their own catapult, but if they need assistance I can help them design a catapult. Once the catapult has been...
Students will use the STEM process to design their own mini catapult.
- popsicle sticks - tape - rubber bands - plastic spoons - pumpkin candy ( or something orange that your student can launch) - ruler
25 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
Teacher
About Me
Hi there! My name is Beckie and I live in Georgia. I have been teaching in a public school setting for 8 years. I've taught 3rd, 4th, 7th and 8th grade. I love providing my students with hands-on and engaging activities. I believe in implementing...
