Bring the wonder of space exploration to life in your classroom with this engaging, practical resource: How to Make a Rocket. Perfect for KS1 or KS2, this pack is designed to spark curiosity, encourage hands-on learning, and provide memorable STEM experiences for your pupils.
Inside, you’ll find step-by-step instructions for making two exciting rockets:
- Bottle Rocket – powered by air pressure, pupils can watch as their homemade rocket launches dramatically into the sky.
- Baking Soda and Vinegar Rocket – a fizzing, bubbling experiment that uses everyday materials to demonstrate chemical reactions.
Each activity is clearly explained, with teacher notes and safety reminders included, making it easy to set up and run confidently in the classroom or playground. The pack also contains a fact sheet about the famous Saturn V rocket, packed with fascinating facts to inspire discussion and enrich cross-curricular learning in science, history and literacy.
This downloadable resource helps children to:
- Explore forces, pressure and chemical reactions in a fun, hands-on way.
- Develop skills in investigation, observation and prediction.
- Work collaboratively on an exciting project that supports STEM learning outcomes.
With minimal preparation and simple materials, this resource is an ideal way to introduce or consolidate a space topic, making science both accessible and inspiring.