The Scenario![]() There has been a chemical spill in Washington, DC and the head of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) needs your help! They are looking for engineers who can help them build a robotic hand that can pick up the chemicals because it is not safe for humans to handle. They have all the materials you need, except the items are scattered all over the city in locked boxes. Will you be able to hack the locks, collect the materials to make the robotic hand, and save the city in time? Read more to see related standards, grade level, and supplies needed: Target Grade Level: 3-4 grade Connections to StandardsMath: CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.MD.A.1 Tell and write time to the nearest minute and measure time intervals in minutes. Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of time intervals in minutes, e.g., by representing the problem on a number line diagram. CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.MD.C.7.B Multiply side lengths to find areas of rectangles with whole-number side lengths in the context of solving real world and mathematical problems, and represent whole-number products as rectangular areas in mathematical reasoning. Writing: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.3.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. Social Studies: DE K-12 Social Studies. Geography Anchor Standard One: Students will develop a personal geographic framework, or "mental map," and understand the uses of maps and other geo-graphics [MAPS]. Science and Engineering: NGSS.4-LS1-1. Construct an argument that plants and animals have internal and external structures that function to support survival, growth, behavior, and reproduction. NGSS Cross Cutting Concepts: Structure/Function and System Models Engineering: NGSS.3-5-ETS1-1. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost. Hardware and Supplies Needed to Play:
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AuthorSarah Cuje is a K-5 STEM Specialist for Colonial School District in Bear, DE. She enjoys mystery novels and crime shows so creating Breakout Games has become a passion for her! Check out the latest games. ArchivesCategories
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