Students identified an easy world record. Stack 12 donuts in one minute. It was more difficult than they thought it would be. 6 stacked donuts was the limit. They also researched the logistics and cost of trying to set an actual/recognized world record. We decided to keep it unofficial.

These students sketch a field hockey stick, modeled from one they use in practice. They sketched the stick on paper and then drew it onto a piece of pine in two different planes (front/side profiles). They used a band-saw to rough it out and then an orbital sander to finish it.

Students made a material list, estimated cost, and summarized instructions before attempting. Results improved on second try. Felt that more attempts, timing, and warmer weather would further improve results.

More like disassembly. Students enjoy tearing down computers and electronics to see how they work. Of particular interest are fans (which will operate from a battery), heat sinks, and rare earth magnets from hard drives. Care is taken to avoid capacitors and dispose of discarded electronics appropriately.

Helping out our classroom community. Students spent several days unboxing and assembling new chairs for the library. They read instructions and corrected mistakes when they occurred. Their eagerness to assist each other using tools and sharing expertise was much appreciated.

Students learn to use Cricut Design Space to design, cut, and transfer vinyl decals onto water bottles, cell phones, lockers, etc. Soon we are going to try some t-shirt designs as well.

An inefficient way to complete a task. Students experimented with potential energy and prolonging the motion of this creation using a variety of different artifacts. A lot of trial and error, collaboration, discussion, negotiation, and patience went into this project. Their excitement is evident in this video.

Sketching has become a recent favorite. Students enjoy the social time together as they use heavy paper/sketch books, pencils, soft erasers, eraser shields, french curves, transparent rulers, compasses, circle templates, and library books about drawing. They have the option to sign their work and/or to leave it for others to view.