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Challenge 010 · Ages 7–11
Paper Helicopter
Build paper helicopters and investigate blade designs.
Primary STEAM area
Science
The Challenge
What will your learner investigate?
Can you change a paper helicopter's blade design to control how it falls?
Learning outcomes
- Describe gravity and air resistance.
- Design a fair investigation of blade variables.
- Measure fall time and use data to identify effective designs.
Connected learning
Science: gravity and air resistance; Mathematics: timing, averages and graphs; Design & Technology: iterative design; English: scientific reporting.
Dream Areas
Aerospace engineeringaerodynamicsphysicsdrone designscientific research