Activity

Parachute Design

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This Parachute Design activity also includes:

Bring the science of space exploration to the classroom. Young learners explore the mechanics of the parachute-landing mechanisms on the Mars Rover. They design and build their own parachute models and test their ability to land a probe as slowly and accurately as possible.

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CCSS: Designed
NGSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Hold a competition that gives points for accuracy and speed
  • Encourage pupils to bring their own materials for experimentation
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires the use of a specific set of materials
Pros
  • Includes background information with a video resource
  • Offers a scoring rubric for consistent grading
Cons
  • None