Unleash the spirit of fall in your classroom with the Pumpkin Catapult Challenge! This engaging STEM activity combines creativity, engineering, and a touch of autumn fun, making it perfect for middle and high school students. Students will design and build their own pumpkin catapults, testing the limits of physics, force, and trajectory to see how far their mini pumpkins can soar!
 
The Pumpkin Catapult Challenge encourages collaboration, problem-solving, and hands-on learning. Whether you’re introducing engineering concepts or just want an exciting seasonal project, this challenge is an excellent way to engage students in critical thinking while celebrating the fall season.
 
Key Features:
STEM-Focused Learning: Reinforce core concepts in physics, engineering, and mathematics through an exciting, hands-on activity that demonstrates real-world applications.
Creativity & Design: Allow students to unleash their creativity as they design and construct catapults using a variety of materials.
Team Collaboration: Promote teamwork and communication as students work together to build and test their pumpkin-launching devices.
Autumn Fun: Celebrate the fall season in the classroom with a festive challenge that incorporates mini pumpkins, bringing the spirit of autumn into learning.
 
How It Works:
Students work in teams to design and construct a functional catapult using everyday materials. After completing the build, students test their catapults by launching mini pumpkins, measuring distances, and adjusting their designs to maximize performance. The challenge provides opportunities for students to explore key concepts such as force, motion, and energy transfer while enjoying a festive activity.
 
Why Choose This Challenge?
The Pumpkin Catapult Challenge is the perfect way to introduce or reinforce engineering and physics concepts in a fun and memorable way. It's adaptable for a variety of skill levels, making it suitable for any secondary classroom setting. Plus, the autumn theme adds an extra layer of excitement and engagement!
 
Add the Pumpkin Catapult Challenge to your fall classroom activities today, and watch your students' excitement and learning take flight!