
Save the Penguins
This lesson combines ELA/STEM lesson for 2nd grade. It's great to use with "Mr. Popper's Penguins" or any other units related to penguins. During this design challenge, students will build an iceberg (raft) to transport penguins.
Lesson Grade Level
2nd GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1gFBIG0GaWZf7joG3tVNtQoJr5LVOdFuiAvcNAaR…Subject Area
Science Life Science L2: Organisms & Energy Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Literature) Writing Speaking & ListeningRelated Content

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