School Projects on Submarines
Students studying submarines in the classroom can focus on the scientific elements of the vessels, but students can also explore the use of propellers or the history of submarines as well. Submarines appeal to novelists, song writers and artists so students can also use them as inspiration for their own creative projects.
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Science
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Students can make a model of a submarine -- complexity depends on age. For instance, children in kindergarten can build a simple submarine out of a plastic bottle, heavy coins, straw and plastic tubing. The heavy coins will make the bottle sink but if the child blows into the plastic tubing above the water then it will float. This is a good lesson in buoyancy. Older students at high school could make a working submersible vessel with some guidance and advice on engineering and welding techniques.
Smart Boards
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Teachers can project images of submarines onto a smart board to show younger children what they look like. This could kick start a project on sea vessels, such as ships, ferries and boats. For older students teachers can use the smart board to project information on submarines, such as facts and figures from the Historical Naval Ships Association. This could launch a research project on the history of submarines.
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Museums/Research
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The United States has 25 museums about submarines, with some decommissioned or retired vessels. Try to arrange a school visit if there is a museum close by, otherwise liaise with the museum for some educational material to use in class. If this is not possible ask the students to research a subject such as "The role of the U.S submarine during World War II."
Art/English
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Submarines are mysterious and exciting. They have inspired songs, such as the Beatles' "Yellow Submarine" and films, such as "The Hunt for Red October." Ask students to construct a piece of creative writing. This could be the lyrics to a song, a short story, comic strip or poem. To accompany this, students can create a piece of art work, such as a painting, drawing or sculpture.
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References
- Photo Credit submarine image by goce risteski from Fotolia.com
