STEM Inventions: Catapult Kit
- Grades: 3–8
- Number of Students: 30, 100
- Number of Lessons: 1
- Hours of Content: Approximately 1 hour
Highlights:
- Classroom Catapult STEM Project: Students build their own mini catapults and test launch distance and trajectory. Activity fits within a single class period. Designed for classrooms, after-school programs, summer camps, and libraries.
- Hands-On Physics in Action: Students adjust the fulcrum position to change launch trajectory, directly applying concepts of potential and kinetic energy, leverage. Encourages structured experimentation and critical thinking.
- Supports Independent Student Work: Step-by-step instructions allow students to build and test with minimal teacher intervention. Manageable for one instructor with a full class of 30 or 100 students.
- Durable, Reliable Components: Craft sticks and hardware are designed to hold up through repeated launches. Consistent results across all student builds reduce troubleshooting time.
What’s Included:
30 pack
- Complete Supplies for 30 Builds: Includes 350 large craft sticks, 600 mini rubber bands, 75 3M adhesive squares, 30 cups, and foam cubes. All materials are organized and ready to hand out — no additional supplies needed.
100 pack
- Complete Supplies for 100 Builds: Includes 1150 Craft sticks, 100 cups, 100 foam cubes, 115 adhesive foam squares, 2000 rubber bands. All materials are organized and ready to hand out — no additional supplies needed.
Special Notes and Considerations:
⚠WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
