The Marshmallow Launch

This simple catapult activity for students in grades 4-8 teaches them how energy is transferred when a plastic spoon is pulled back, then released, rocketing its payload: a single marshmallow.
Resource ID#: 26926 Type: Teaching Idea
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Direct Link: http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/activity-build-a-simple-catapult/

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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, LCD Projector
Keywords: energy, potential energy, kinetic energy
Instructional Component Type(s): Teaching Idea
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: General Collection

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