STEM Catapult Challenge

In this lesson, students will design catapults for offense that will be able to shoot down as many objects as possible in a 20-object tower. They will also design a 20-object tower for defense that is least likely to be knocked down by their opponents catapults. As they complete their investigation, they will be designing and implementing two experiments in one. They will identify a problem, make a prediction, collect and analyze data, and draw conclusions. By the end of the lesson, they should be able to differentiate repetition from replication as well.
Resource ID#: 127966 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones
Keywords: scientific investigation, repetition, replication, stem, steam, catapults
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Physical Sciences

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