STEAM: Tetrahedral Kite Collaborative Project

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Grade Levels

K - 6th

Subjects

Geometry, Other (Science), Visual Arts

Resource Type

Projects, Homeschool Curricula, Centers

Standards

CCSSK.G.A.1

CCSSK.G.A.2

CCSSK.G.A.3

CCSSK.G.B.4

CCSSK.G.B.5

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7 pages

$2.50

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I have done this project in the past; but, appreciated the background info and time saving tips for construction.

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Description

Get kids excited about science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) with this fun hands-on collaborative project. Typically done during a Family Math Night event, this project can also be done in the classroom. The best part is, each person is individually represented in the final product!

Participants create individual tetrahedrons using straws, string and tissue paper that are used to build a tetrahedral kite. The lesson includes the mathematical background with a focus on geometry in addition to a beginning introduction to aerodynamics.

Included in the lesson plan:

• list of materials needed

• mathematical background

• introduction to aerodynamics

• mathematical and scientific vocabulary

• table tent with step-by-step directions

• tetrahedron net

• classroom engineering challenge

• link to the video version of the lesson

More great STEAM and Family Math Night Collaborative Projects

Salt Dough Tessellation

Insect Symmetry

Fibonacci Flower Garden

If you're interested in other ideas for your Family Math Night events, I have a lot of them! Check out my blog, pinterest page, website or YouTube Channel. And if you have questions, let me know!

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Wishing you a successful Family Math Night event!

Karyn

karyn@FamilyMathNight.com

Total Pages

7 pages

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N/A

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Standards

to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).

CCSSK.G.A.1

Describe objects in the environment using names of shapes, and describe the relative positions of these objects using terms such as above, below, beside, in front of, behind, and next to.

CCSSK.G.A.2

Correctly name shapes regardless of their orientations or overall size.

CCSSK.G.A.3

Identify shapes as two-dimensional (lying in a plane, “flat”) or three-dimensional (“solid”).

CCSSK.G.B.4

Analyze and compare two- and three-dimensional shapes, in different sizes and orientations, using informal language to describe their similarities, differences, parts (e.g., number of sides and vertices/“corners”) and other attributes (e.g., having sides of equal length).

CCSSK.G.B.5

Model shapes in the world by building shapes from components (e.g., sticks and clay balls) and drawing shapes.

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