Fish Floaties
by Linsey Poirier
Students use the engineering design process and recycled materials to create a plant float. Can be paired with Fix the Fish lesson if more chemistry and life sciences topics are desired.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1D-9XVL3rWjXTfzTpqi5Gz2kuVkys7zTh/edit?u…Related Content
Grades:
1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
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Grades:
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Grades:
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