Catapults

CATAPULTS
 

• • The student will take notes on words related to Catapults .

  • The student will be able to design a Catapult.

  • The student will construct a Catapult.

  • The student will be able to test their Catapults for distance and accuracy.

  • The student will create a four minute Powerpoint presentation about their Catapult.

  • The student will present their Power Point presentation to the class.

Construct a Catapult that will launch a projectile as far and as accurate as possible with the following materials:
 

• • Balsa wood stick 1/2" x 1/2" x 36"         5

  • Brass rod  12" long                                   1

  • Eye hooks                                                  6

  • Plastic Cup                                                1

  • Rubber bands                                           2

 
History:

http://sites.google.com/site/physicsofcatapults/home/history-of-catapults