Perfect Parachuting

Perfect Parachuting for Thrill Seeking Gummy Bears 

 

This week our kiddos were able to work again on the STEAM Design Process.  They reviewed all of the steps of the process and were given a challenge to solve.  They utilized the steps in the design process to design a parachute for a gummy bear that was to  stay in the air as long as possible and safely land the gummy bear.  Since we are currently learning about space and how astronauts have ( in the past) landed and how currently NASA equipment is carefully brought back into the atmosphere, this was a perfect lesson. 

 

They worked in groups to research how parachutes work and then began to brainstorm and design their own parachute.


 





 


After the kiddos took their materials and created fabulous designs on paper, it was time to put the engineering process into action. All five groups made wonderful ( and one comfy one with extra tape pillow) parachutes! Each group CEO was in charge of carrying it to the top of the ramp for " drop off".

 


All groups did a great job. We were very proud of them all!

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