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Pre-K Counting Aircraft: Skyward Adventures

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In this engaging activity, students explore counting by examining pictures of aircraft and tallying their numbers to prevent airport runways from becoming overcrowded. Additionally, they engage in discussions about their favorite things to count and gain insights into the significance of counting.

Pre-K Quick Projects - Conga Line Flight

a group of planes flying together

In this engaging lesson, students explore the fundamental movements of an airplane—pitch, yaw, and roll—through a read-aloud and interactive discussion. They then participate in a lively conga line activity, simulating these movements while pretending to be airplanes. The lesson wraps up with a thoughtful summary, encouraging students to consider the aircraft components responsible for these motions and to continue enjoying their imaginative airplane play.

Pre-K Projects with Flying Plant: Fluttering Flora

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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.

A Pre-K Quick Project: Exploring Wind with a Mobile

Wind blowing objects through the sky

This article explores a dynamic lesson plan designed to teach young children about the fascinating world of wind. Through hands-on exploration and investigation, students engage with wind-related concepts. The activities include reading a book, facilitating discussions about wind properties, and creating a mobile that responds to the wind’s movement. By participating in these activities, children gain a deeper understanding of wind dynamics and learn how to be weather-aware.📚💨

 
 

AMA Junior Camp V3 Project 5

Superhero paper airplanes

Imagine this: You’re standing on a grassy field, the sun warming your face. In your hands, a sleek paper airplane awaits its transformation. But this isn’t just any paper plane—it’s about to become a marvel of engineering. With the AMA Jr. Camp Flight Pack, you’ll harness the power of a capacitor, turning your humble creation into a high-flying, smartphone-controlled wonder. As you attach the electronics, you can almost feel the anticipation in the air. Will it soar gracefully or perform loop-de-loops? The possibilities are as boundless as your imagination!

Pre-K Projects with the Buzz of Aircraft Sounds: Takeoff to Takeaway

a woman standing next to a plane

In this engaging activity, students will embark on an aural adventure, exploring the diverse sounds of aircraft. They will listen to a variety of sound clips and match them with the correct images, enhancing their auditory discrimination skills. Additionally, they’ll get creative by producing their own airplane sounds, fostering a sense of teamwork and imagination. Through this experience, students will appreciate the significance of attentive listening as a key to unlocking the symphony of sounds that surround us in our daily lives.

Quick Projects - Spitfire

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Learn about the iconic Spitfire fighter aircraft from World War II while creating a paper model. Students will cut out cardboard shapes, assemble the Spitfire, and discuss its historical significance. Extension activities include researching other WWII planes and exploring engineering concepts.

Quick Projects - F-6-F

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In this lesson, students will explore the world of aviation by creating a paper model of the F6F Hellcat, an iconic American fighter aircraft from World War II. They'll learn about its historical significance, design features, and the challenges faced by naval pilots during that time. The lesson includes step-by-step instructions for assembling the paper model and encourages creativity through decorating and customization.

Quick Projects - Fulmer

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In this engaging STEM lesson, students explore basic aerodynamics by creating three different paper airplane designs: the Classic Dart, Speed Glider, and Spy Glider. They decorate their planes, record flight data, and analyze performance. The lesson encourages creativity and critical thinking, culminating in a fun paper airplane challenge.