Ready, aim… personalize and launch! The Build & Test – Target Kit turns any launcher experiment into an exciting physics challenge—now with the option to customize the target sticker with your event logo, school name, camp theme, or library branding.

Kids build their own target and adjust angles, force, and distance to test their aim while exploring trajectory, velocity, motion, and math-based measurement.

Perfect for pairing with our Ball Launcher, Catapult, or Trebuchet Kits and ideal for STEM nights, camps, and community events.

Can your students hit the target on the first try—or will they refine their design to get closer to the bullseye?

Build & Test - Target

$2.00

Quantity

Grade 2-6
Wooden pieces to build the target structure

Plastic or rubber connectors for assembling the frame securely

Xplorably target label – or upgrade to a custom target sticker with your event logo, school name, or organization branding

Instruction video with simple build steps
How trajectory, force, and gravity affect how far and how accurately a projectile travels

How to measure distance, angle, and accuracy, and use math to compare results between launches

The steps of the engineering design process — build, test, adjust, and redesign to improve accuracy

How small changes in launch angle, elevation, or force can change the outcome of a test

Real-world connections to sports, engineering, motion, and problem-solving

Collaboration, teamwork, and creative thinking while designing and testing solutions
Science – Explore force, motion, gravity, and projectile trajectory through real testing and observation.
Technology – Use simple tools or measuring devices to collect data and evaluate results.
Engineering – Follow the engineering design process: build, test, improve, and redesign for better accuracy.
Art – Customize the target sticker or design your own target—especially fun when adding your school, camp, or event logo.
Math – Measure distance, angle, and accuracy, record data, compare results, and calculate improvements.

Skills Developed:

Problem-solving and critical thinking

Precision, measurement, and data collection

Teamwork and communication

Iterative design and resilience (try, test, improve)

Creativity and visual design when customizing the target