Animals have a difficult time coexisting with humans, and often mistreated. This idea connects to the Reader’s Workshop curriculum, specifically Unit 3 (nonfiction) and Unit 5 (animal nonfiction). Animals are being mistreated, hurt, killed, and endangered. Students want to help save animal lives or improve their living conditions.
Provided only pipe cleaner, create a vision of character trait
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Wisconsin DNR staff to provide meaningful feedback so students can revise, reflect and retest.
Students designed and engineered a tangible prototype to provide a positive impact on Wisconsin animals.
-Starting with skill builders is a great way to start Making
-Start by getting familiar with maker process & launch cycle. Worry less about the product and more about the the process/educational experience for the students.
For pacing purposes, remember to implement the plan and discuss animal empathy throughout/prior the unit. In addition, designate a week for the prototyping stages.