More than a toy!
Cruzers and STEM
Remember, STEM isn’t just about textbooks—it’s about hands-on exploration, creativity, and the thrill of discovery. The Catapult Cruzer delivers all that and more.
Introducing Catapult Cruzers,
where the joy of learning meets the excitement of flight! Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of aerodynamics with our revolutionary educational toy, the Catapult Cruzer.
Discover the wonders of science as you embark on an exhilarating journey filled with hands-on exploration. Equipped with canard adjustment and winglets to control flight direction, our innovative Catapult Cruzer kit brings the principles of aerodynamics to life in a captivating way.
STEM Learning Opportunities
Aerodynamics and Flight Principles
- Hands-On Exploration: Assembling the Catapult Cruzer provides a practical lesson in aerodynamics. Kids learn about wing design, lift, and drag.
- Experimentation: Adjusting wing angles or weight distribution affects flight performance. Encourage kids to experiment and observe the results.
Physics and Forces
- Launch Mechanics: Discuss the forces at play during launch—tension, acceleration, and velocity. How does the Catapult Cruzer overcome gravity?
- Gravity and Altitude: Measure how high the plane can go. Calculate its potential energy and kinetic energy during flight.
Engineering and Design
- Iterative Design: Challenge kids to modify the Catapult Cruzer. Can they improve its flight path? What changes enhance stability?
- Materials Science: Explore why maple and acrylic were chosen. Discuss their properties and how they impact performance.
Education
Fun STEM Challenges!
Assembling this kit not only provides a gratifying experience but also nurtures critical thinking, problem-solving, and unleashes boundless creativity. With no batteries required, prepare for endless hours of educational fun that will expand young minds. Dive into the enchanting realm of aviation and seize the opportunity to learn through play at Catapult Cruzers, where the sky is just the beginning of your remarkable journey of discovery.
Distance Challenge
- Objective: Measure how far the Catapult Cruzer can fly. Record distances and analyze factors affecting range.
- STEM Skills: Measurement, data collection, and analysis.
Altitude Challenge
- Objective: Launch the plane at different angles. How high can it go? Discuss energy transformations.
- STEM Skills: Geometry, trigonometry, and energy concepts.
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Airtime Challenge
- Objective: See how long you can keep your Cruzer in the air! Have an observer with a stopwatch time your flight.
- STEM Skills: Aerodynamics, energy concepts.