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Text Whimsical Whirligigs

TLF ID A003923

This activity invites students to design and make Whimsical Whirligigs, kinetic contraptions that can be powered by wind, crank, or motor. Students can create wind-powered paper creatures or machines with moving parts. A The activity includes a list of tools and materials required, assembly instructions, inspiration and ideas, and encourages a tinkering mindset.





Educational details

Educational value
  • Teaching and learning
Year level

8

Learning area
  • Science

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Contributors
  • Publisher
  • Name: Exploratorium
  • Organization: Exploratorium
  • Description: Publisher
  • Address: UNITED STATES
  • Resource metadata contributed by
  • Name: Education Services Australia Ltd
  • Organisation: Education Services Australia Ltd
  • Address: AUSTRALIA
  • URL: www.esa.edu.au
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  • Text
Rights
  • © The Exploratorium, www.exploratorium.edu