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Paper Glider Some objects can glide in the air.
Make this paper glider.
1. Fold paper in half. Unfold.
2. Fold corners to centre crease.
3. Fold corners into centre again.
6. Open out the wings. © R. I . C.Publ i cat i o n smodel should Your like this. •f orr evi ew pur poseslook on l y•
4. Turn model over. 5. Fold model in half along centre Fold edges back crease. to centre crease.
Fly your glider a few times. Measure the distance it flew in footsteps. What was the shortest distance travelled by your glider? What was the furthest distance travelled by your glider? Cut small holes and pieces from your glider. How does this change its flight? Use paperclips or staples to add weight to your glider.What happens?
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