Let's Fly a Kite

Kites & Flight
Science Use this popular spring sport to teach about the yaw, pitch, roll, lift and drag that relates to kites as well as to aircraft. Visit the website www.nationalkitemonth.org to study kite designs and plans, and read the explanations for all of the above factors. Ask your students to make some kites, fly them and compare their flights. Also have the class read the article on the website about kite safety before heading out to fly them.

Soar Into Spring With Kites!
Spring has sprung! Soar out of the winter doldrums with a lesson plan both you and your students are sure to enjoy. Amid all the fun, the kids might not even realize how much they're learning!

Making a Paper Kite
Students will be able to name different colors and cut and tape a string to a small paper kite.

Maori Bird Kite
Students can explore the traditional Maori culture of New Zealand. Then create a bird kite that really flies!