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Create a paper rocket that can be launched from a soda straw – then, modify the design to make the rocket fly farther!

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Create a straw rocket.
Practice the engineering design process.

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For the class, prepare:

Pencils
Scissors
Tape
Soda straws
Meter sticks or measuring tape

For each student, prepare:

1 copy Rocket Template
1 copy of Data Log

Soda Straw Rocket Template

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Move desks/tables out of the way to make room for rocket launch. Or, consider launching rockets outside if that's an option.

Set out tape markers for distance if the number of meter sticks/tape is limited. Or, use floor tile length to calculate distance.

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Introduction:
- Tell students the following:
Procedure:
- Instruct students to do the following:
- Have students test and log their results in the data log.
Wrap-Up:
- Have students discuss with each other how their rockets turned out.

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Create a class data table. Students can share data and discuss how rocket length affects distance.

Let students personalize their rockets by coloring or drawing on them.

Watch this video to learn more about science conducted with sounding rockets.

Video

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Make a Straw Rocket

Make a Straw Rocket

Make a Straw Rocket

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