Ferris Wheel Design Lesson
Students will learn about the history of the Ferris wheel while engineering their own out of Popsicle sticks.
Students may work individually to create their own spinning ferris wheel
An emphasis on the target product (a functioning ferris wheel)
Creative discussions and solutions should be encouraged
Facilitate student reflection and discussion on why and how Mr. Ferris built his ferris wheel.
Lesson Grade Level
5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1hX1PNy8XJRoTXrXeM2h6m86OTounhQjrk4fPdgE…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force Technology 3. Knowledge Constructor 4. Innovative Designer 5. Computational Thinker 6. Creative Communicator Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Literature) Reading (Informational Text) Speaking & ListeningRelated Content
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