During 2-week period students will research, build, and analyze bridges. The following enabling activities are designed for 6 Ih grade students to complete in 10 days for 43 minutes each period. Day I Introduction to the bridge project. Students research bridges by the use of a bridge video, classroom references, and personal experiences. Day 2 Review research from day 1.
Students brainstorm and create thumbnails sketches in small groups.
Day 3 Groups choose a basic bridge design and work to complete a detailed plan for construction. Day 4 Groups complete and submit plans for approval. Upon approval students will create a material list. Day 5 Groups will purchase materials from the class lumberyard. Construction of bridges will begin.