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Pre-K Quick Projects: Let’s Fly a Kite!

a person flying a kite in a field

In this engaging activity, students will dive into the world of kite flying. They’ll start by reading a captivating book about kites, sharing their own kite-flying experiences, and then get hands-on by creating and flying their very own kites using a sled kite template. Throughout the activity, they’ll explore important learning standards and concepts, including observation, counting, shapes, and motor skills.🪁

Pre-K Projects with Flying Plant: Fluttering Flora

planes dropping seeds from the sky

Young students will explore the world of flying seeds through a captivating book. They'll learn about seed dispersal mechanisms and create paper whirly-birds inspired by maple seeds. The goal is to deepen their understanding and inspire observation of seeds in flight.

Love Takes Flight: Crafting Heart-Shaped Paper Airplanes

A heart paper airplane floating in the sky. Surrounded by other paper airplanes.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a delightful and straightforward project that lets your heart take flight. Using just a few folds, create a charming surprise that will lift the spirits of your loved ones. 💌

Feel free to embark on this heartfelt adventure and spread joy through your creative gesture! 

Unlock the Secrets of the Skies: Craft Your Own Japanese Zero Fighter!

Japanese Zero model airplane being assembled

The DIY Japanese Zero Model invites you to step back in time and create your own piece of aviation history. Armed with basic tools, card-stock paper, and a humble penny, you'll assemble a meticulously crafted template. The blueprint, a coded message from the past, guides you through precision engineering as you shape the fuselage, wings, and tail. Place the penny in the nose for balance, then launch your Zero into the open skies—a miniature hero reclaiming its legend.  

Feel free to embark on this nostalgic adventure and become the pilot who resurrects the Japanese Zero's legacy! 🛩️✨

AMA Junior Camp V3 Project 1

Cover of the instruction sheet for AMA Jr. Camp V3 Project 1 showing the finished paper airplane

Dive into the world of aeronautics with AMA Jr. Camp V3’s thrilling kickoff project! Under the guidance of guest expert Kyle Boyer from Foldable Flight, campers will soar into the art of paper plane construction. This hands-on experience isn’t just about folding paper; it’s a journey through the principles of flight, where every crease brings you closer to mastering the skies. Get ready to launch your creativity and watch your paper planes take flight! 

AMA Junior Camp V3 Project 2

Big bag of air (AMA)

Daniel Bernoulli's groundbreaking work in fluid dynamics revealed that air pressure decreases as its speed increases. This principle is fundamental to understanding how airplanes lift off the ground. Dive into the fascinating story of Bernoulli's discoveries and learn how a simple bag of air teaches us about flight forces.