The overall trebuchet experience was very fun and a learning experience for sure. Things that went well included the results of our trebuchet overall, I was very happy with the results and I think that we built our trebuchet to the best of our ability. As well we were lucky on all our days to have decent enough weather to be able to test our trebuchet. It was helpful that we picked our own groups because then we were able to pick partners whose schedules matched ours so working together was easy. It was also helpful that we made our trebuchet very early in advance because then we didn't have to spend time cramming near the end to get a working trebuchet and we were very lucky that it was consistent in its throws as well.
I would say that a big tip to help future students would be to get things done early as then it is over and done with and one less thing to worry about. As well that way if something goes wrong you have lots of time to fix it. I recommend as well that blog posts are done on time and not all at once because it can be hard to recall if left too long. It is also helpful to try out your trebuchet a number of times to make sure it is consistant and if it isn't then to work hard to make it consistant so that you are not crossing your fingers hoping it works. Besides this I would say just have fun with the trebuchet challenge, doing extra things like painting and personalizing your trebuchet also add to the fun and experience and time you get to spend with your group!
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