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Design a Paper Flying Machine
Lesson3 of 5 in this unit
PrimaryYear 5 - 6Humanities and Social SciencesAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and CulturesTechnologyDesign and TechnologiesSocialIndigenous Education
Lesson Summary
Have you ever wondered how aeroplanes get off the ground and rocket through the sky? In this lesson, students learn about Gangalu woman, Taylah Griffin who is the very first, First Nations woman to become an Electrical and Aerospace Engineer! Get ready for this hands on STEM lesson, where students engineer a paper flight machine that really goes the distance.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- learn about Taylah Griffin and her STEM journey
- examine everyday tools and equipment to better understand design features and functions
- follow the Design Thinking process to design a flight machine
Success criteria
Students can:
- explain the work that Taylah Griffin does
- explain the function of particular design features
- demonstrate their ability to use the Design Thinking process to design a flight machine
Lesson Guides and Printables
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