Today in technologies we started our craft and design project – building a kite!

We started by discussing who had flown a kite before and the different types of kite we had seen. Each group shared their ideas on what kites are made of and what it is that makes them fly. There were some fantastic discussions – well done!

After that, we learned about the different parts of a kite. They are as follows:

• Line – this stops the kite from flying away, the thicker the line is, the stronger it will be
• Bridle – this keeps the kite at the proper angle to the wind
• Tow Point – this is where the line connects to the bridle
• Spars – these give the kite structure (the cross shape)
• Keel – kind of like the bridle, it acts like a rudder to keep the kite in the right direction
• Sail – catches the air to allow the kite to lift and fly
• Tail – adds “drag” to the kite and keeps it pointed into the wind

Without any of these parts, the kite will not fly. We discussed what would happen if any of the parts were missing.

Here are some photos of P5S working on their kite ideas and labelling the parts of a kite. Next week, we will be learning about the different shapes of kites and how they can impact how the kite flies.

Miss Burnett