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Go over with the class the various paper airplane patterns and
designs that are available. Custom fit the designs that you share with
your class according to their air level, interest, and ability.
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Make available the patterns to the students either through example or
step by step instructions that you do together. This will depend upon
the age of the students.
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Hand out the paper, pencils, scissors, and glue.
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Make several paper airplanes together.
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Then either "fly" the planes in the room or go outside on a grassy
area where you will not be disturbed by other classes.
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Have the students observe how various types of paper airplanes soar,
dip, and rise in the air. Discuss these observations together when you
get back to class.
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As an extension: challenge students to create a new paper airplane
design and
have a competition among the students for the best design in various
categories.
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