Scientists on a remote island need your help! Design a container that can survive a drop from an airplane to their island below. Use the materials to create a package prototype that can withstand the conditions of being dropped – it must be waterproof, able to float, have the lowest mass possible, and protect the material (potato chip) inside from breaking. Gather your materials and start designing!
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Discover the unique functions of plant and animal cells using this fun shrinking paper. Draw a large and colorful cell diagram, then shrink your design to the perfect wearable size and proudly sport your unique product!
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Print out FREE plant/animal cell diagrams here:
Plant cell (simple): http://www.classroomjr.com/printable-cell-diagrams/plant-cell-diagram/
Animal cell (simple): http://www.classroomjr.com/printable-cell-diagrams/animal-cell-diagram/
Grab a friend to create a device that mimics the hearing of animals with large ears! Your goal is to construct a device that helps your friend hear better when sounds are far away or very soft.
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Check out Speedometry, a fun, interactive way to learn about science, math and engineering! Developed and created by University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education and Mattel Children’s Foundation, Speedometry uses Hot Wheels toys to create meaningful lessons on velocity, gravity and kinetic energy. The lessons engage students in the science and math material and lead them to explore a particular problem and explain their findings, deepening their knowledge through elaboration and evaluation.
On the Speedometry website, families can download an activities packet, and educators can request a free classroom kit and lesson plan. http://www.hotwheels.com/en-us/speedometry.html
USC Rossier’s online teaching degree offers insight into Speedometry STEM curriculum.
