What makes a rocket fly—pixie dust, a cool paint job, or spinach? In this thrilling summer camp activity, young aviators will explore the four forces of flight: lift, thrust, drag, and gravity. Through a series of interactive activities, campers will discover how these forces work together to make rockets, planes, and other flying objects soar.
Key Highlights:
- Experience the Forces of Flight: Hands-on activities to understand how lift, thrust, drag, and gravity affect flight.
- Aerospace Careers: Explore the many exciting roles in aerospace by acting out skits as human model rockets or portraying famous figures in aerospace history.
- Rocket Building: Design, build, and launch a model rocket—the ultimate highlight of the day!
- Career Exploration: Wrap up with brainstorming and discussions about future careers in aerospace.
Learning Goals:
- Develop a practical understanding of flight science.
- Foster creativity, teamwork, and communication through role-playing and hands-on activities.
- Inspire curiosity about aerospace professions and ignite dreams of future careers in STEM fields.
What to Bring:
A passion for exploration, teamwork, and curiosity about the skies!
This activity is perfect for campers eager to learn about flight, unleash their creativity, and dream big about their future in space and beyond