Activity
NASA

Nasa: Rockets Educator Guide: Pop! Rocket Launcher

For Students 3rd - 8th
This lesson allows students to construct a rocket launcher that can be used for several different types of rockets. This rocket launcher is propelled by students stomping on a two liter bottle to provide force.
Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: The Optimal Bottle Rocket Launch

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students build rocket models designed for gaining the maximum height. They use a compressed air rocket launcher and 2-liter plastic bottles. They will also use an online simulator to help them make predictions and adjustments to their...
Activity
NASA

Nasa: Rockets Educator Guide: Water Rocket Construction

For Students K - 1st
Students will follow steps to construct a rocket from a two-liter soft drink bottle and other materials. Students will use the water rocket launcher to launch this rocket.