Wind Workforce/Curricula/REcharge Labs - Sail Cars
Build a Sail Car using inexpensive materials to demonstrate how wind can be used to propel an object. Gather measurements, record changes in variables, and use simple engineering design concepts to build sails that can push the car the farthest.
Serves 8-24 students (8 Sail Cars). Recommended age range between K-12th grade. Approximately 1 class period required.Resources for this lesson plan:
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