Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand the basic principles of building a simple robot using everyday materials.
Materials and Prep
Materials:
- Cardboard boxes
- Markers or paint
- Scissors
- Tape
- Paper cups
- Straws
Prep:
- Prepare the cardboard boxes by cutting them into smaller pieces for building the robot.
- Gather all the materials and have them ready for the activities.
Activities
1. Design Your Robot:
Use the markers or paint to decorate the cardboard pieces to create the robot's body, arms, and legs.
2. Assemble Your Robot:
Use tape to attach the cardboard pieces together to form the robot's body and use straws and paper cups for arms and legs.
3. Test Your Robot:
Once the robot is assembled, test its ability to stand and move around. Experiment with different designs to see what works best.
Kindergarten Grade Talking Points
- Robots are machines that can do work and move around. They can be made from different materials like cardboard and cups.
- We can use our imagination to design and build our own robots. What kind of robot would you like to build?
- We can use different shapes and colors to make our robot look interesting. What colors do you want to use for your robot?
- When we build a robot, we can test how it moves and stands. What do you think your robot will be able to do?