Objective
By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to use materials, tools, and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity.
Materials and Prep
- Cardboard
- Scissors
- Tape
- Markers
- Ruler
- Internet access for research
- Basic knowledge of the scientific method
Activities
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Brainstorming Session: Encourage the student to identify a need or opportunity around them that can be solved with a creative solution.
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Research Phase: Guide the student in researching different materials and tools that can be used to develop their solution.
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Prototyping: Have the student create a prototype of their solution using the provided materials like cardboard, scissors, tape, and markers.
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Testing and Iterating: Assist the student in testing their prototype, identifying any flaws, and making necessary improvements.
Talking Points
- "Let's start by thinking about a problem or an opportunity that excites you. What is something that you would like to improve or create?"
- "Research is an important step in the design process. What materials do you think will work best for your solution?"
- "Prototyping allows us to visualize our ideas in a tangible form. How can we use cardboard and other materials to bring your solution to life?"
- "Testing is crucial to refine our designs. What aspects of your solution worked well, and what needs improvement?"