Sidekicks Project Summary

This Sidekicks Project is aimed at helping special needs children have something enjoyable to play with. Our class is competeing to build the best propulsion device that would allow a member of the sidekicks program to control its operation.

Saturday Sidekicks

The Saturday Sidekicks program focuses on building motor skills and self- esteem through participation in games, perceptual motor activities, tumbling, modified sports, dance and relaxation for all special need children.

Our Project

Our objective is to build a device that will consistently launch a ball, or any object for that matter, at least ten feet and must be operated easily by the children.

Requirements:

Ten feet minimum

Not too heavy

Easy to operate

Can't be dangerous

Must be consistent

Date Due:

The first prototype must be ready by 10/29/09.