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Pre-K-8th Grade

Suitable for children of all ages up to the 8th grade

Quick Project - Paper Bats

quick projects Halloween paper bat

Discover how to create a paper bat plane using just a standard piece of paper and simple folding instructions. This delightful project is perfect for flying under the moonlight!🦇✨

Quick Projects: Paper Plane Launcher

quick project paper plane launcher

Introducing the Paper Plane Launcher—an ingenious device for consistent paper airplane launches. Whether you're a budding scientist or an aviator, this affordable gadget takes your flights to new heights. Safety-conscious engineers recommend adult supervision. Buckle up, launch your paper fleet, and let the adventure begin!

Quick Projects - Hovercraft

quick projects recycled materials hovercraft

Hovercrafts harness pressurized air to glide effortlessly, performing jaw-dropping maneuvers. Build your own model at home and explore the fascinating interplay of energy, lift, drag, friction, thrust, and gravity!

Quick Projects - Walkalong Glider

quick projects walkalong glider

Discover how to fly a paper airplane using a cardboard wing by generating an updraft and positioning it accurately beneath the plane. Remember that all airfoils behave similarly, even those with tumbling wings.

Quick Projects - Kites

quick projects kites

Learn how to build your own kite using common household items, creating a fun and personalized flying experience while also gaining knowledge about the four forces of flight. Just remember to fly your kite safely and away from any obstacles or power lines.

Quick Projects - Balloon Rockets

quick projects balloon rockets

Careful observation and data collection are crucial in science experiments, even when it involves analyzing the speed and energy of a homemade rocket ship, making it an exciting task.

Quick Project - Rocket Mouse

quick project rocket mouse

Did you know the U.S. launched a mouse into space in 1950 aboard a V-2 rocket? You can use your own burst of energy to send a paper mouse flying through the air with this fun rocket craft. A few easy-to-find supplies from home are all you’ll need!

Quick Projects - Jet Cup

quick projects jet cup

Introduce your budding aeronautical engineer to the world of model aviation with the Jet Cup project, a fun and educational way to learn about jet turbines using a simple paper cup.

Quick Projects - Scavenger Hunt

quick projects scavenger hunt

Experience the joy of outdoor exploration and observation with this fun activity that promotes perseverance, teamwork, self-expression, and observation skills.