Applied Design, Skills & Technologies
Term 2 Big Idea: Designs grow out of natural curiosity
Task: Create a structure, tool or demonstration showing a push or pull force
Rules: Use only classroom construction materials; must work individually; students cannot duplicate a classmate’s design
Challenge: Try not to create a force demonstration that mimics a domino falldown
Term 1 Big Idea: Skills can be developed through play
Task: Build a Christmas tree using Lego pieces
Rules: Tree must stand up without support; must work individually
Challenge: Add details like ornaments, presents or a star on top; tree does not have to be green