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In this activity, learners will engineer three different parachutes to test how well each one works. This activity includes step-by-step instructions with pictures and a "What's Happening?" section explaining how the activity worked. This activity requires a drop from a higher place, please be safe when choosing your working space.
- Under 5 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 6 - 14
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Plastic Grocery Bag
- Paper
- Cloth
- Hole Puncher
- String
- Scissors
- Small Toy
- Timer or Stopwatch
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
- Earth Processes
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Engineering and Technology
- Engineering
- Technology
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Physical Sciences
- Motion and Forces
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The Nature of Science
- The Scientific Process
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The Nature of Technology
- The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Model Building
- Nature and Environment
Other
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