How to Build a LEGO Planter
by Patricia Herrle-Rios
Students will engineer their very own LEGO planter by using LEGOs and LEGO bases! This fun and engaging lesson incorporates science and math with the world of LEGOs. Students first listen to a story about planting and discover what planters are. Then, they embark on constructing their own creative LEGO planter.
Lesson Grade Level
4th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1UmmOy7jwn_Gyo5KMUlQBlE6qJ5qB2PGo/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Life Science L4: Evolution Technology 1. Empowered Learner Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Literature)
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