Mars Resource Transport Build Challenge
by Gina Feilbach
Students will design and buid a Mars Resource Transport (basically a wagon) on wheels and axles. They have to meet build criteria based on volume and a budget for resources. The transport will be used for carrying resources on Mars to get water, food, and oxygen from different locations on Mars to the colony location.
Lesson Grade Level
5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-yrHrKyh8wsLMnqMobIg6JfT5hNJvUhqYZ15wB4…Related Content
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