Catapults: A Lesson in Physics

Key definitions:

Force: the push or pull on an object

Gravity: a force applied to all objects with mass, pulling them towards Earth

Supplies:

  • Popsicle Sticks

  • Rubber Bands

  • Plastic spoon 

  • Cotton ball / pompom 


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