Young Engineers: DIY Bow and Arrow Project made from Craft Sticks, Rubber Bands, and a Straw

More STEM projects for kids: Wood cubes: Glue gun: The Young Engineers series is a collection of STEM Projects that I developed while teaching K-6 students. Every project uses the same set of inexpensive materials so it's cost effective for parents and educators to do multiple projects or teach large groups. Printable lesson plans and project picture sheets are available at Bow and Arrow: A favorite among kids, the bow and arrow is relatively quick to build, and has an incredibly fun payoff. Learn the fundamentals of potential and kinetic energy, as well as how to build strong structures. Read, aim, fire!