Exploring the power of the wind!
Wind is an invisible force that can tickle your cheek or create powerful tornadoes. This thinking task is all about exploring the power of wind and what we can do with it. First lets learn a little bit about wind.
What is wind?
EPIC
Read one of these books about wind and watch the video about wind (there is a quiz at the end for you to try)
Read one of these books about wind and watch the video about wind (there is a quiz at the end for you to try)
Option #1 - Design and make your own kite.
First you need to do some research about how kites fly and what you need to design your kite.
EPIC is a great place to find loads of books about kites and a video too! To the left is a cool video that also gives you some great information. Now you have got some information about making kites, you can design you own. Use whatever materials you have at home, maybe experiment to see which ones work best. Record what you have done by writing up some instructions or making a CLIPS video on how you make and flew your kite. |
Option #2 - Make your own windmill (pinwheel)
Did you know that windmills use the power of the wind to create electricity? This thinking task explores how we use wind to help us create energy - why would this be good for the planet? Read one of these books in EPIC to learn about windmills.
Make your own windmill
Option #3 - Dandelions in the wind
Here is a fun creative art activity for you to try.