Description
Kids unleash the power of physics with the Catapult Engineering STEM kit! This hands-on kit allows kids to explore mechanical engineering by designing and building their own catapults. Through engaging activities, children will learn about force, motion, and energy transfer. Each kit includes craft sticks, rubber bands, cap, and soft projectiles. Detailed instructions guide kids through the assembly process, ensuring they understand the mechanics behind their creations. Experimenting with different designs and launch angles teaches students how structural changes affect performance, sparking curiosity and encouraging problem-solving skills. Perfect for STEM enrichment classes or camps. The Catapult Engineering kit makes learning physics fun and interactive.
Lessons learned:
- Physics: Potential and kinetic energy, force, motion, and trajectory.
- Engineering: Structural stability, balance, and materials selection.
- Mathematics: Angles, distance, and measurement.
- Problem-solving: Critical thinking and iterative design.
Kit contents:
- 2 Jumbo Craft Sticks
- 5 Small Craft Sticks
- 3 Rubber Bands
- 1 Cap
- 1 Double-sided Tape
- 1 Pom Pom Projectile
