Castle Assault Project

Siege Catapult

By Dean and Palmer

Materials

2 tongue depressors, 3 foamcore brace (1 inch x 3 inches), 3 popsicle sticks, 1 spool, one plastic spoon (Tacky glue recommended)

SESSION I

Step A: Glue a 3 foamcore braces to one of the popsicle sticks, at its center and at each end.

Step B: Glue the other popsicle stick to the other side of the braces.

Step C: Now glue the spool, lying flat- in center of one of the end braces.

Step D: Next glue the plastic spoon with the end of the handle on the center of the middle brace and the other end glue on top of the spool.

Step E: Set this assembly aside to dn-.

Step F: Glue the ends of 2 of the popsicle sticks onto the third, 2 V2 inches apart from each other. Let dry.

SESSION 2

Step A: Glue the ends of the popsicle sticks to the center brace creating an upright arch- If it will not hold in place. brace with masking tape until glue dries.

SESSION 3

Paint brown if desired.

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