Recently, the students were tasked with designing a functioning catapult using only common household items: popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and plastic spoons. This project wasn't just about building; it was about problem-solving, collaboration, and understanding the engineering design process.
They worked in teams to figure out the best leverage
points and tension needed to launch their candy pumpkins successfully. We saw
incredible ingenuity in how they reinforced their structures and adjusted their
launch angles!
The ultimate goal was to launch as many pumpkins (out of
25) onto the green pumpkin patch as possible. The classroom turned into a
friendly testing ground as students measured distances, refined their
techniques, and cheered on their peers! This was a lot of fun!
*Check out the video at the end :)
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