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In this meteorological activity, learners get to build their very own anemometer (instrument for measuring wind speed) using a paper cup. This is also an excellent activity to practice math and problem solving.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 6 - 11
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- 4 conical paper cups
- 2 corrugated cardboard strips (approx. 24 cm x 4 cm)
- 1 pencil with eraser
- 1 push pin
- Stapler
- Scissors
- Markers or crayons
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth Processes
- Weather and Climate
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Earth Processes
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Mathematics
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Data Analysis and Probability
- Data Collection
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Measurement
- Units of Measurement
- Size and Scale
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Data Analysis and Probability
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Problem Solving
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The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Outdoor Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- be mobile
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Uses STEM to solve real-world problems
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, COSI Columbus, 2009