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Arrow Dynamics

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A target with an archery arrow sticking out of the bullseye.

In this arrow dynamics lesson, youth in grades 3-8 learn about the aerodynamics of arrows and the engineering design cycle by creating a straw arrow that can reliably hit a target from at least 6 feet away.

Lesson time: 60 minutes

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