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- Pages
- 27
- Ages
- 6-12
- File
- Prints on
- US Letter & A4
Created by a former engineer and elementary teacher. Every printable is tested with children before release.
Spark curiosity and excitement with this Popsicle Stick Catapult STEM Challenge, a hands-on engineering activity that teaches kids about force, motion, simple machines, and the engineering design process! This engaging printable pack includes everything students need to plan, design, build, test, and improve their very own catapult — no special materials required.
Perfect for teachers, homeschoolers, STEM classrooms, after-school programs, science units, and project-based learning.
If you would like suggestions for building a popsicle stick catapult and detailed instructions with pictures, visit this post.
Skills & Concepts Covered
Students explore and apply:
- Force & motion
- Energy transfer
- Simple machines (lever systems)
- Data collection & measurement
- Engineering design process (Plan → Build → Test → Improve → Retest)
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity
Supports NGSS-aligned STEM teaching through hands-on learning and iterative design.
What’s in the file
- Student Activity Pages
- Plan It worksheet for sketching and listing materials
- Build It engineering log and change-tracking sheet
- Launch Test Record Sheets for measuring distances
- Teacher Instruction Sheets
- Materials list, project setup tips, safety guidelines
- Challenge Cards with fun STEM mini-challenges
- Target Mat for aiming practice and scoring
Before you buy
Is anything shipped to me?
No. This is a digital download — a printable PDF file. Nothing is mailed, and no physical product is shipped. You print it at home or at school as many times as you need.
How do I get the file?
Your download link is emailed immediately after checkout, and it stays live so you can come back to it. If it has not arrived within ten minutes, check your spam folder, then contact [email protected] and we will send it directly.
What can I do with it?
Print it as many times as you like for your own family or your own classroom. Please do not resell it, share the file, or post it online.
Can I print it at home?
Yes. Everything is sized for both US Letter and A4 and prints on a standard home printer. Set the print scale to 100% rather than "fit to page".
Do I need any special supplies?
Only what is listed in the description — usually paper plus everyday household items.
What if it is not right for us?
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