Rockets to the Rescue! 4-H’s 2014 National Youth Science Day Project gets students thinking about engineering principles and motivates scientific inquiry. This kit allows students to compete among each other to see who can build a rocket that hits the target accurately. Included in this kit are the materials needed to build rockets, a launcher, and rope targets to arrange as desired.
Age Level: 7+; 2nd-8th grade
Time: 1-2+ hours.
Applications: Aerospace Engineering, Planning, Design
Kit Contents
- Facilitator and Youth Guides
- Rocket Launcher Building Instructions
- Paper and stencils
- Pencils
- Markers
- Scissors
- Tape
- PVC pipes and connectors
- Empty beverage bottles
- Altitude Tracker
- Safety vest and glasses
- Rope targets (not pictured)
Pierce County 4-H
3602 Pacific Avenue
253-798-7160
extension.wsu.edu/pierce/4-h
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication, program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact Brian Brandt at bbrandt@wsu.edu at least 2 weeks prior to any event. Fee waivers are available as needed.
These services are supported by funding from Pierce County through its Human Services Department.