Let's Build a Bridge!
by Catrina Herbert
Kindergarten students will be given a STEM case to solve! The goal is to build a bridge for two different sized/weight of vehicles. Students will research types of bridges and decide which bridge will fit their case.
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KindergartenLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1wxKxo4rhaTtB8H6A3HHJIMqATBcMOQHQ/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P2: Objects at a Distance Engineering S1: Engineering & Global Society S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering S6: Apply Communications to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) Geometry (G) Ratio and Proportion (RP) English Language Arts (ELA) Writing Speaking & Listening
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