Seventh graders studied different types of bridges and applied what they learned by designing and building their own using balsa wood. After creating detailed design plans, students carefully cut, pinned, and glued the pieces together to construct their bridges. The unit will conclude with a bridge strength competition to test which design can hold the most weight!
Students investigated various types of bridges and applied the engineering design process to plan and build their own bridge designs. We will eventually test their bridges to see which bridge can hold the most weight.
Students made flashlights using popsicle sticks, LED lights, copper tape, and coin batteries. They made Halloween-themed characters of cardstock to attach to the end. Students used an aluminum foil reflector to have the LED light up their character.
7th grade students, got the chance to design a Google Classroom banner for the RCS Announcements page which is used across the whole school. RCS staff members voted on which design won the contest.