Science Experiments
DIY Wind Vane Weather Lab
Design, build, and calibrate a functioning mechanical wind vane that rotates 360 degrees on a pivot to point directly into the wind, completing a three-day weather-tracking log.
Weekend project 40 min Ages 6–8 years 1–2 players Outdoor
Data collectionFollowing diagramsEnvironmental awareness
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Learning benefits
- 💡 Teaches how weather instruments function.
- 💡 Introduces cardinal directions.
- 💡 Builds skills in scientific record building.
Safety notes
- ⚠️ Be careful with the straight pin point.
Cleanup
- 🧹 Recycle the cardstock if damaged.