STEAM Lesson Plan: Taking Flight
Lesson Plan
Grade Level:
K-3, 4-8, 9-12, Higher Education
Duration:
90 Minutes
Audience:
Students, Educators
Aviation and Aircraft
For the Classroom
Teks
- United States since 1877: US.7D, US.7E, US.28A, US.28C, US.29A, US.29B, US.30B, US.31
- Grade 7 Social Studies: 7.1A, 7.7E, 7.20A, 7.20B, 7.20C, 7.20D, 7.20E, 7.20C, 7.22A, 7.23
- World History Studies: WH.12C, WH.27C, WH.28E, WH.30C, WH.31
Materials
- Blank plane diagram (included)
- Parts and Function Worksheet (included)
- Plane design instructions
- Paper
- Writing utensil
- Colored pencils or crayons
- Tape
- Scissors
- Tape Measure
- Glue
- Paperclips
- Objects to mark a standing position and landing point
National Standards
- Era 8: Standard 3B, Standard 4B
Activity Description:
Learn about the principles of flight and the B-29, a key contributor to the Allies’ victory in World War II. Students will also craft their own aircraft, incorporating the principles of flight.
Downloadable Resources
Lesson Plan
Taking Flight LP PDF
Learn about the principles of flight and the B-29, a key contributor to the Allies’ victory in World War II. Students will also craft their own aircraft, incorporating the principles of flight. The Taking Flight Lesson plan contains teacher instructions and worksheets, including a blank plane diagram, flight log, and plane design instructions.
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