Secondary school activities

Resource	National Curriculum, England & Wales	Curriculum for Excellence, Scotland
Ready, aim, fire! Explosive engineering In this activity, students will test the accuracy of Leonardo's diagram of projectile motion by building a catapult and taking accurate measurements of the flight of a ball through the air.	KS3	Third/Fourth
Brilliant bodies Students will create a diagram of the body as Leonardo observed it and a life-size diagram of where we now know the organs to be. They will compare his understanding with our reality and ask how, 500 years ago, he was able to be so accurate.	KS3	Third/Fourth
Thinking boats: Design and pitch In this activity, students have the opportunity to test and develop some of Leonardo's designs. Taking on the role of Leonardo and following scientific testing, students will pitch their unique boat design to a patron, in the hope of securing an income.	KS3	Third/Fourth
Leonardo: Celebrate and share Launch your own mini museum of Leonardo studio to show-off class achievements. Invite families to enjoy students' work.