Makerspace Curriculum

2017-18

January 2018: Slime

Slime

LMC Directed Project:

Magnetic Slime

Students will create slime that is attracted to magnets . Hands-on science learning.

February 2018

Chain of Effects

The Domino Effect is not only fascinating, but it teaches probability, measurement, predicting and logic-- the same principles involved in coding. Students are provided a stack of Dominoes to create a chain reaction.

This session can also include the Bee-Bots!!


Binary "Beads of Love" Necklace

Create necklaces that spell "love" in computer binary code

The students will explore the history of binary code, various forms of binary coding, and uses of binary codes.

Below is the Google Slide presentation for the lesson.

Binary Code

March 2018

Paper Airplanes: Using the Scientific Method to Solve Technical Problems

Students will use the scientific method to question, research and test paper airplane designs. They will discover that classroom material can be used to solve real life issues.

Paper Airplanes


Lemon Battery

Make a battery by using lemons, pennies, alligator clips/wires and galvanized screws. See how many lemons it takes to light up a LED light.