Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Ping-Pong Ball Launchers

Mr. Jack had the kiddos design ping-pong ball launchers for an Angry Birds style game in class.  He explained how trajectory works with the launcher.  He showed them one he built and then let them loose to design their own.














They learn so much during these classes.  Engineering, physics, experimental design, testing, and redesign all comes into play.  At the end of class, they discuss what worked well, what could have worked better, which design worked the best, how would they do it different next time.  The kids aren't afraid to make mistakes or try new things.  Some designs that look like they would not work, work better than others.  It is wonderful to see them not afraid to think outside the box.  We love Mr. Jack!