A career in aeronautics might be calling your class members. Building from the previous two lessons in the series, learners continue analyzing the mathematics of aeronautics. Groups create a paper airplane using paperclips for balance. Following the exploration, individuals calculate the weight and balance of different airplane scenarios to ensure the crafts are safe to fly.

Concepts

weight, airplanes

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have pupils write a paragraph explaining the importance of balance in relation to airplane flight and how balance impacts airplane design

Classroom Considerations

• Prepare an example to demonstrate to your class prior to the activity
• Requires advance preparation of materials and information

Pros

• Includes important background information
• Provides answer keys for each handout

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSN-Q.A.1 HSN-Q.A.2 MP1 MP2