English Language Arts6-8
Catapult Design Reflection Form
By Jessica B.
This 1-page reflection form guides 8th graders to analyze their experience designing and building a catapult. Students will consider their design choices, teamwork, and the engineering process.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this form after students complete their catapult design and testing activity.
- Discussion question: What was the most challenging part of the design process, and how did you overcome it?
- Scaffold for struggling students: Provide sentence starters or a checklist of key elements to include in their reflection.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to research historical catapult designs and compare them to their own.
- Estimated time: 15-20 minutes.
English Language Arts6-8
Catapult Design Reflection Form
By Jessica B.
This 1-page reflection form guides 8th graders to analyze their experience designing and building a catapult. Students will consider their design choices, teamwork, and the engineering process.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this form after students complete their catapult design and testing activity.
- Discussion question: What was the most challenging part of the design process, and how did you overcome it?
- Scaffold for struggling students: Provide sentence starters or a checklist of key elements to include in their reflection.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to research historical catapult designs and compare them to their own.
- Estimated time: 15-20 minutes.