Beware the falling fruit. Scholars design and build parachutes that can help protect fruit as it falls. They test out their creations, learning about gravity, weight, air resistance, and measurement concepts along the way.

Concepts

weight, gravity, measurement, parachutes, air resistance, mass, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Take learners outside to test out the parachutes
  

Classroom Considerations

• Instructors worried about food waste can replace the fruit with small objects, such as rubber balls
• Activity requires various materials; see resource for complete list
  

Pros

• Provides some options for extension activities
• Includes worksheets and group reflection sheets
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.2.7