In this activity, students learn about engineering design by constructing elastic powered cars from everyday materials that can travel in a straight line for a distance of at least 3 meters within a 1 meter wide track. They test their elastic powered racers, evaluate their results, and present to the class.
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Categories: Lab/Student Activity, Lesson Plan
The students will be researching and discussing the costs and benefits of being the only source of the mineral tin left in the world. In order to prepare for this inquiry, the teacher needs to lay... read more
BIODEGRADEABLE PLASTICS INQUIRY
Categories: Lab/Student Activity
In this inquiry, students will complete a four-part inquiry about biodegradable plastics. They will research and plan they type of plastic they would like to make, make and test the plastic, and... read more
The Tree of Life - Canoe Lesson
Categories: General Interest, Lesson Plan
Through this information and the activities/lessons, it is the hoped that you will build a sense of community, learn the importance of language, culture, and gain some teachings of the land all while... read more