Parts of an Airplane
Understanding airplane parts builds vocabulary and connects engineering to nature through biomimicry.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: Air Travel
- Learning area: Science
- Level: Levels 1-3
Objectives
- Identify basic airplane parts
- Understand function of each part
- Compare airplane parts to bird parts
Materials
- Airplane diagrams
- Toy airplanes
- Pictures of birds
Instructions
Teach children about airplane parts using diagrams and compare them to bird anatomy.
Educator tip
Bring a large toy airplane that children can touch and point to parts during the lesson.
Assessment
Observe ability to identify and name airplane parts at appropriate complexity.
More from Air Travel
- Sink or Float: Airport Challenge
- Weather and Flying
- Helicopter Seeds Drop
- Airport Dramatic Play
- Counting Down to Takeoff
- Pilot Communication
- Teamwork Runway Challenge
- Runway Obstacle Course
Start Your Free 14-Day Trial
All features included, no credit card required. Cancel anytime.
Start Your Free 14-Day Trial