Discuss all the extras in automobile, recorders, etc., and the needs of the consumers. Students will brainstorm a wish list for the perfect bed and share in small groups. Students will work individually or in pairs to design and build a working model of a bed that contains 2-3 criteria off of their wish list. The bed must also be able to move in order to complete a task. Students must sketch and write a description of the design, including all parts and materials used.
Students keep a journal recording the day and time spent and how much was accomplished.
Record any difficulties and successes. Each entry should end with a personal refection about the day's activity with details to support thir comments. The presentation should include a demonstration of the bed with a description of the movable parts.