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Aerodynamics: The Science Behind Paper Airplanes

Learn the science of paper planes with Leo at Home.

Aerodynamics: The Science Behind Paper Airplanes

Get ready for today’s Community Classroom activity with paper airplanes! Mr. Trent and Ms. Aubrey are talking about the science of aerodynamics and sharing ways to experiment with flying machines at home.

Play Aerodynamics: The Science Behind Paper Airplanes

Community Classroom Lab

paper airplanes materials

All you’ll need for this activity is paper!

  • Paper

If you don’t have any paper on hand here are some other options that may be around your home.

  • Paper bags
  • Newspaper
  • Old calendar pages
  • Tinfoil

Optional materials:

  • pipe cleaners
  • paper clips
Experiment with your planes. Use the Scientific Method to observe and record your experiments. Here is guide you can print and use at home when following along with any Leo At Home science labs.

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