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In this activity, learners explore physics by building a catapult that launches marshmallows with household objects. This activity comes with step-by-step instructions and offers extensions for the activity and an explanation for the science behind catapults via the Kids Guinness World Records. This activity uses mostly inexpensive materials and can be done at home. Safety information: this activity recommends the use of a hot glue gun.
- Under 5 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- $5 - $10 per student
- Ages 8 - adult
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Bulldog clips
- Bottle caps
- Popsicle sticks (two sizes)
- Marshmallows
- Hot glue gun
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
- Engineering
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Physical Sciences
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Energy
- Potential and Kinetic Energy
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Energy
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
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- All rights reserved, 4-H., 2020