Student Video: HoverPack 1.0
Calling all young inventors! Use this video as an opportunity to encourage students to think creatively and come up with unique inventions. “Hoverpack 1.0,” a lighthearted, kid-friendly STEM video, serves as a fun example of innovative thinking.
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CATEGORY:technology |
GRADE LEVEL:middle grade |
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Lightning Bug Circuit Card
Brighten your students’ day! Using only 5 items, (cardstock, copper tape, coin cell battery, LED bulb, binder clip, and scissors) students can create their very own Lightning Bug Paper Circuit Cards. Adult supervision is recommended. https://leftbraincraftbrain.com/how-to-make-a-lightning-bug-paper-circuit-card/
Amazing Hexbug Maze!
In this STEM challenge, kids will create a Hexbug Maze. Purchase Hexbugs (micro bots) inexpensively at https://shorturl.at/6BxBN T his engaging hands-on activity allows students the opportunity to plan, create, build, and problem-solve. https://buggyandbuddy.com/stem-challenge-for-kids-build-a-hexbug-maze-using-straws/
What’s Inside a Computer?
Provide discarded computers or go to the recycling center for computer monitors, keyboards and mice. Allow students to take them apart —and let the exploration begin! Adult supervision is recommended. Share the book, HELLO RUBY: JOURNEY INSDE THE COMPUTER by Linda Liukas (from our Book List) for more fun learning! https://leftbraincraftbrain.com/preschool-stem-play-computer-deconstruction/
D.I.Y. Dancing Bot
Spark excitement in your students with this easy-to-make Dance Bot! This mini-machine can transition into an art bot by adding a few extra steps. Adult supervision is recommended. https://babbledabbledo.com/dance-bots-electronics-project-for-kids/
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Make Your Own CD HoverCraft!
Students explore Newton’s Third Law of Motion (“for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction”) by building a hovercraft. Click the CRAFT tab to download PDF instructions. To view complete video instructions, visit https://www.scienceworld.ca/resource/balloon-hovercraft/
