DIY Popsicle Stick Catapult - Simple Physics Project for Kids & Students #3293376 (License: Personal Use)

This homemade trebuchet-style catapult features a sturdy base of glued popsicle sticks, a pivoting arm tensioned by rubber bands, and a foil-wrapped projectile for safe launching. The design demonstrates core physics principles like potential energy, torque, and projectile motion, making it an excellent educational tool for middle and high school science projects.

Used in educational settings (classrooms, homeschooling, science fairs) to illustrate mechanical advantage and simple machines; appeals to teachers, parents, and students seeking low-cost, engaging STEM activities.