Introduction

The purpose is to introduce students to forces and motions of objects through experimental design using paper airplanes. The concepts taught include drag, lift, thrust, gravity, and aerodynamics.

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Explain how drag, lift, thrust, and gravity affect the motion of a paper airplane. .

Measure distances using the metric system.

Graph and record data in metric units distance vs. time.

Plan and conduct an investigation using inquiry and process skills.

Record data and develop a conclusion from their data.

 

Safety:

No testing will be done in the class students will go to the, hall, or cafeteria where there is a larger open area. Airplanes are not to be thrown at each other. All groups should be throwing in the same direction so that no paper airplane interferes with the flight of another plane.

Anyone that is a disruption in these open areas will loose flight privileges and alternate assignments will be given.