Ticket to Fly

Lesson Plans

Friday, June 7th, 2019

Lesson Overview

Students will study the physics behind different types of flight and using biomimicry design a simple flying machine.

Age Level or Subject

  • 9-12 Biology
  • Physics, Engineering

Lesson or Unit Objectives

Students will be able to:

  • Create an ornithopter using biomimicry inspired
  • Collaborate using 21st century skills (creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking)
  • Analyze the efficiency of self-created designs

Full Lesson Plan Download

TRAILS Ticket to Fly Unit Plans

Resources

Wing Testing Table

TRAILS Design Process Diagram

Ticket to Fly Design Brief

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