13B

Use tools and technology to assist with science and engineering investigations.

Lessons

Designing Paper Airplanes

In this lesson, children will plan, create and test paper airplanes using an engineering-design inquiry process.

Designing Foil People

In this lesson, children will create foil people as they learn design and building techniques.

Building Bridges

In this lesson, children will use a variety of open-ended materials to create engineering designs of bridges and then construct and test their designs.

Building a Sturdy House 

In this lesson, children will build houses strong enough to stand up to the huffing and puffing of the "big bad wolf."

Building a Boat

In this lesson, children will design, build and test their own boats.

Build a Nest

In this lesson, children will use their engineering skills with loose parts to create nests to hold their eggs.