BUILDING A KIDS SOLAR MODEL AIRCRAFT – STEM
This is a simple, budget friendly DIY Kids Solar Model Aircraft activity to encourage STEM learning.
I’m always looking for basic kits to demonstrate science and technology, these models were awesome.
I have a 13 year old who is a full time home school student, so I get a little passionate when I find products that work well for us.
These were very basic to put together and came with all the parts needed to create a solar powered toy plane and helicopter.
Science experiment kits are not limited to Chemistry.
We use a few different kit styles and try to incorporate Science into other lessons as well, including art.
Eino’s have created mini kits for “Quick” science lessons using light, heat and other elements to explore some basic lessons.
AliExpress has the best price for these DIY Solar Construction Aircraft Kits. While you will wait around 3 weeks for them to arrive, they are up to 50% cheaper than toy stores.
These kits were under $15 and are made of wood, so they will last a little while longer than paper/cardboard models.
Something to keep in mind when buying products is wether they can be reused or utilised down the road. The solar piece in these models can be repurposed and the plane dismantled and rebuilt.
This project was planned as a homeschool activity with a focus on Science, Technology and Fine Motor Skill development.
Look at the video below – they work great!
This video is slowed down a little, they propel quite fast as soon as they hit the sunlight. This is definitely a winning product for anyone looking to do some hands on STEM lessons or just for fun.
Cheapest Price For DIY Solar Construction Aircraft