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Why Model Rocketry in the Learning Environment?

Teachers agree Estes model rocketry is an exciting, learning tool. Here are just a few of the many benefits.

  • A "hands-on" learning experience.
  • Development of real connections between theory and hands-on approach applications in science, math, physics, and technology.
  • Make unique and captivating learning opportunities for those students who have become disinterested in traditional school activities.
  • To gain experience in designing, conducting and reporting basic experimental investigations.
  • Development of greater awareness for safety and attention to detail.
  • Improvement of spatial relations and conceptual thinking skills
  • Create interest in your students to pursue engineering and science studies, perhaps to a professional level.
  • Having a memorable and positive experience during the learning process.
  • Offer practical opportunities for learning disabled students. 
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    Getting Your Students Involved

    Selecting the right kit for your class is now simpler and more economical with our Estes Educator(TM) Bulk Packs!

    Each bulk pack contains enough parts to build 12 complete flying rockets plus extra small parts - just in case.

    With Bulk Packing:

  • Choose from fourteen of our most popular educational rocket kits.
  • Great Savings: Save money since the cost per kit is dramatically reduced.
  • Simplify your decision as to which kits are best suited to your needs.
  • Convenience: Control in distributing individual parts to your students during construction.

    • Rocket Features:
    Estes makes over 80 different rocket kits (not to mention a full line of engines and launching accessories). Whether individually bagged, boxed or bulk packed, most kits contain:
    1. Nose Cone - high quality plastic or balsa wood
    2. Shock Cord - tough elastic material
    3. Parachutes or Streamers - brightly colored, durable
    4. Tape Rings - flexible, strong, vinyl for shroud line attachment
    5. Shroud Lines - lightweight, durable
    6. Body Tubes - strong, precisely engineered
    7. Engine Mount - color coded, heavy duty parts for easy assembly
    8. Engine Hooks - durable, high quality, easy-to-use
    9. Fin Materials - precisely-made plastic fins, high quality balsa or fiber fins
    10. Decals - easy-to-apply, attractive color schemes, pressure sensitive or water transferable

    Skill Levels

    Our rocket kits range in skill level construction from very basic to very advanced. The bulk pack rockets are available in the first three series descriptions. Below is a brief description of each skill level.

    1. E2X® Series -- Almost Ready to Fly
    2. Rockets can normally be completely finished and ready to fly in less than one hour.
    3. Easy assembly - no modeling experience required.
    4. Recommended for the first time builder, younger students or when construction time is a factor.

    5. Beta(TM) Series -- Skill Level 1
    6. Single stage rockets powered by a single engine no more powerful than a "C".
    7. Some modeling experience helpful.
    8. Recommended for upper-level Elementary, Junior and Senior High School.

    9. Explorer(TM) Series -- Skill Level 2
    10. Single or multi-stage rockets powered by engines no more powerful than a "D".
    11. Average to above average modeling experience required.
    12. Recommended for advanced Junior and Senior High School programs.

    13. Challenge(TM) Series -- Skill Level 3
    14. Single or two engine cluster or multi-stage rockets powered by engines no more powerful than an "E".
    15. Will challenge the modeler's skills.
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    16. Master(TM) Series -- Skill Level 4
    17. Master modeling skills are a must.
    18. Construction is very complex.

    19. Pro(TM) Series
    20. Single or multi-engine cluster rockets or multi-staged rockets powered by higher impulse model rocket engines.
    21. Serious modelers only - recommended for those 16 years of age and older (younger modelers with adult supervision).
    22. Advanced heavy-duty construction techniques.


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