MGSD AIG Program
Volume 1 Number 3 November 4, 2021
November Begins!
4th Grade @ EMIS ... Ms. Wilson
We have been working on the Great Desert Island Escape Challenge, a scenario based on a lone survivor who became stranded on an island after a ship wreck. Your child has embarked on a wonderful, exciting learning adventure to help him survive and return to civilization!
Most recently they have worked together in small groups to build a bridge for a crocodile crossing to help the survivor access and secure food. During this challenge students have worked through the STEM design process. This lesson focused on the scientific process, force, liner measurement, teamwork, and communication! The challenge culminates with recording testing data, discussing and writing about what the team thought worked well in their build and what they would change if given a chance to build again in the future.
Our next challenge will begin with all new teams and the challenge to plan, design, and create a watertight container that can float. We will focus on the weight measurement, linear measurement, buoyancy, recording ideas, drawing a design, the scientific method and building working relationships through team work and communication!