2nd graders learned all about the simple machines and then built using them in this pre-robotics unit. They learned to follow the build cards for 8 different creations. They used tenacity, patience, and other problem solving skills to build these projects. They built with a partner and learned how to best share the responsibilities of the project. Once they completed all projects, they were given time to "free build" and that's when their creativity took over! Some used the basics of something they already built, but made it uniquely their own. Others started over completely and just imagined new possibilities. It was such a fun process to watch for me! As usual, thank you for sharing your children with me. Ask them what their favorite project was.
Ms. Adams
Here are some photos of the process:
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| A boat for two friends to enjoy. |
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| Which type of push (long vs. short) helps the car move farther? |
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| A car that tracks the number of tire rotations. |
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| Battle of the spinners! |
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| Spinners and Robots! |
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| Proud robot creators. |
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| Working together to get the robot built. |
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| Proud robot creator |
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| An enhanced see saw |
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| They decided that their car needed a ramp for extra challenge. |
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| Everyone built each project! |
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| A robot hockey game |
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| "The most amazing boat ever" |
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| Each student built each project |
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