Bread Bag Parachute

Jumping out of a working airplane may seem like an odd choice, unless you are testing out your new parachute design. Test different aerodynamic designs and creativity for making characters with this activity.

Standards

Idea Sheets are cross-referenced to subjects listed in the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and California Content Standards.

Categories include:
  • Grades 6-8
  • Engineering
Tags: Forces & Motion, Design Solutions
Grades covered: Grades 6–8
Topics: Engineering, Design, Physical Properties

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