This project is a science based unit that incorporates using a makerspace. Students work together to research a local bird species and design and build a birdhouse to meet the specific needs of their species.
Material Type: Activity/Lab
A Teacher's Guide to getting stated with Genius Hour and Passion Projects.
Material Type: Lesson
Fifth graders in Donna Migdol's class work collaboratively to create a roller coaster with the longest ride so that a marble can get to end of the roller coaster without falling off. The class begins by "chiming," talking about their design ideas and building off of each other's thoughts. After discussing their plans, students construct individual sketches of their roller coasters. The groups then come together to discuss their ideas, construct group sketches, and make computer simulations of their roller coasters. After coming up with solid plans for their roller coasters, the groups construct their roller coasters using a variety of materials, testing and redesigning as necessary.
Material Type: Lesson Plan, Teaching/Learning Strategy
Learn about what a computer is and how to use a mouse and keyboard.
Material Type: Lecture
New to email? Learn what email is, how to set up an account, how to reply to and send emails, and more.
Material Type: Lecture
Learn how to navigate a website.
Material Type: Lecture
Learn how to use a PC with the Windows 7 Operating System.
Material Type: Lecture
This class will help you learn about search engines and get you starting searching the internet.
Material Type: Lecture
