Critical Load: Structure Challenge
by Sara Keller
First students will learn what engineers do and a few different strategies they might use to build strong buildings. Students will create a structure of any shape using given materials to withhold two pounds of weight. They will then test the critical load of their structure and reflect upon the engineering process.
Lesson Grade Level
3rd GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1rrRtUsTJoBtQcz_U7OyltFDrOoqnYyMg/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P4: Energy Transfer Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process Mathematics Operations and Algebraic Thinking (OA) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Writing
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