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In this activity, learners make a barometer, an instrument to measure change in air pressure.

In this activity, learners explore watercraft engineering and sailing.

In this engineering/design activity, learners make a kite, fly it, and then work to improve the design. Learners explore how their kite design variations affect flight.

In this activity, learners explore how anemometers work to record wind speeds and how the equipment has undergone engineering adaptations over time.

In this design challenge activity, learners build a tower that’s at least 12 inches high with two or more parts that move (spin, sway, or flap) in the wind.

In this design challenge activity, learners build a tower that can support a tennis ball at least 18 inches off the ground while withstanding the wind from a fan.

In this activity, learners evaluate the potential performance of air rockets placed inside a wind tunnel.

This activity (on page 3 of the PDF under GPS: Sailboat Design Activity) is a full inquiry investigation into design optimization.

In this thought-provoking activity, learners plan a hypothetical project to build and operate wind turbines in their community.

This activity (on page 2 of the PDF under SciGirls Activity: Lift Off) is a full inquiry investigation into the engineering challenges of sending scientific sensors into space.

The goal of this activity is to design the fastest sailboat or one that carries the most treasure.