BEYOND
THE CLASSROOM WINDOW
ACTION ACTIVITY: Physical Aerodynamics - Rocketry
Research
indicates that the bond that exists
between the student
and the teacher is directly proportional to the students’ willingness to absorb
information presented. Understanding
this concept, the learning strategy called “Beyond The
Classroom Window” utilizes action activities
designed to promote, enhance or reinforce this bond. Proper preparation and application of this
strategy creates an atmosphere of “family.” Discipline problems are replaced with a
desire for learning adventure.
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Information pertaining to this activity may be
obtained by contacting:
Coulterville Unit District #1
(618) 758-2881
Tracy
Wolf (618) 758-2881
Equipment
required for this activity:
Estes
rocket kit / Glue / Launch System
Acquisition of your Estes rocket kit may be from any
Walmart or hobby shop. If you wish to
watch
your $, we recommend you contact
they have and what type of a deal you can get. I have worked with this company for more than
20
years and they always taken excellent care of
teachers. You may also reach them at:
Special Note: Lead your students into the world of space travel and rocketry via development of their own rocket. Students not only learn the basics of flight, but also the importance of following instructions through development of their rocket. The history of rocket development aligns with their rocket development at launch time when some fly perfectly and others explode into a ball of flames.


