STEM Activity for Force and Motion - Design a Parachute Engineering Challenge
Meredith Anderson - Momgineer STEM Activities
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Grade Levels
2nd - 6th
Subjects
Resource Type
Standards
NGSSMS-ETS1-2
NGSS3-5-ETS1-3
NGSSMS-ETS1-4
NGSS3-5-ETS1-1
NGSSMS-ETS1-1
Formats Included
- PDF
Pages
30+
Meredith Anderson - Momgineer STEM Activities
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Description
In this force and motion STEM activity, students will design and create a parachute while following the engineering design process. This STEM challenge is appropriate for a wide range of grades, students will use simple materials like plastic bags, coffee filers, and string to create parachutes while exploring drag.
✅ What You'll Get ✅
- Challenge Poster
- Description and teacher notes, including differentiation ideas, objectives, and background information
- Photo examples
- 5 "Talk Like an Engineer" word cards with relevant vocabulary **includes link to Quizlet
- Talk Like an Engineer Poster
- Multiple recording options for students to follow the engineering design process: Graphic organizers (includes Google Slides digital version), 2-page Engineering Report, data collection page, single page option
- Rubric and Self-Evaluation Checklist
- STEM Challenge Evaluation
- Research Extension Activity - Research an Extreme Sport (optional)
✂️ What is Quick STEM? ✂️
A QUICK STEM challenge requires low prep and simple materials, but offers high engagement. These STEM challenges are wonderful for team-building and can be used with a wide grade range.
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Total Pages
30+
Answer Key
N/A
Teaching Duration
1 hour
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Standards
to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
NGSSMS-ETS1-2
Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.
NGSS3-5-ETS1-3
Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved.
NGSSMS-ETS1-4
Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved.
NGSS3-5-ETS1-1
Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost.
NGSSMS-ETS1-1
Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.
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