Tinkercad

Math

• The child has learned about geometric shapes and their properties while using Tinkercad to create 3D models.
• Through measurements and scaling, the child has applied concepts of length, width, and height in designing objects.
• The child has practiced multiplication and division by adjusting dimensions and scaling models in Tinkercad.
• By designing objects with symmetrical features, the child has explored concepts of symmetry and reflection.

Science

• The child has explored principles of physics by simulating simple machines, gears, and mechanisms in Tinkercad.
• Through creating prototypes of scientific tools and models, the child has gained insight into the design process and engineering concepts.
• The child has learned about material properties and their impact on design and functionality through the virtual experimentation in Tinkercad.
• By combining shapes to create complex structures, the child has demonstrated an understanding of structural stability and balance in engineering.

Encourage the child to continue using Tinkercad to explore real-world applications of math and science concepts. They can design structures inspired by nature, recreate historical inventions, or simulate scientific experiments virtually. Encouraging them to experiment with different materials and shapes will further develop their understanding of physical properties and how they influence design and functionality.

Book Recommendations

• The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer: A true story of a boy who built a windmill from scrap materials to bring electricity to his village in Malawi.
• The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies: This book explores themes of entrepreneurship and competition as two siblings start rival lemonade stands.
• The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin by Julia Finley Mosca: A biography of Dr. Temple Grandin, a renowned scientist and inventor with autism, who revolutionized the livestock industry through her designs.