Make Your Own Water Wheel
Suitable for
All Ages
Theme
GSC At Home; Physics
Level
Beginner
Abi will show you how to make a model water wheel as you investigate how to change the movement energy in flowing water to something more useful.
To make your own water wheel you will need: a large bowl, 2 x paper plates, some cardboard, 6 x plastic bottle caps, 2 x plastic rulers, a wooden skewer, plasticine or re-useable tack, a jug of water, duct tape or Sellotape, strong glue, and adult permission and supervision. View on YouTube.
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