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= STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) - Parachutes Created by: Ms. Stephenie Schroth  =

You will be learning all about parachutes through the various subject areas: Reading, Mathematics, Science, Writing, Technology, and Speaking/Listening.

Books:
1. Air 2. Gravity 3. Flights of Imagination: An Introduction to Aerodynamics 4. Forces and Motion 5. How to Think Like a Scientist: Answering Questions by the Scientific Method ==

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1) What is the Scientific Method?
1. Hypothesis - make an educated guess
 * What materials will work best to create a parachute that will enable your egg to survive a landing from a one story building (10 feet) and a two story building (20 feet)?

2. Observations - take a look
 * Research various materials used in creating a parachute. Use books, encyclopedias, and websites.

3. Data - write it down
 * Write a list of materials that you will need. Have your materials approved by your teacher.

4. Graphs - make a picture
 * Design three ways to create a parachute. Choose the best design that will sustain the egg from cracking.

5. Conclusions - decide what it means
 * Did the design work? Did the materials work? Could the design or materials be improved?

Brain Pop: You will be watching an educational video clip and taking a quiz on the scientific method.

Grades K-2 - Brain Pop Jr. Grades 3-6 - Brain Pop

2) Introduction to Parachutes
1. You will be watching an educational video clip about parachutes.

Discovery Education:

Grades K-2 - Parachute Grades 3-6 - Parachute Jumping Championship and Parachute Smash Lab

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