STEM Earthquake Project - Detailed Lesson Plan
Mr DeMaio
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Grade Levels
3rd - 8th, Homeschool
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- PDF
Pages
10 pages
Mr DeMaio
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My students were so excited about this project. We ended up spending a few extra days on it because they were so determined and engaged.
Description
Within this lesson, students will be tasked with creating a structure made of straws, paper clips, and other materials that is able to withstand a simulated earthquake. Students will learn about earthquakes, and the technology used to avoid catastrophes in their wake.
This project requires students to work together, research various structures, and create a tower than can withstand a specified weight.
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- Detailed instructions. Everything is clearly laid out and easy to administer, including time to spend on each activity.
- Worksheets
- Video links
No materials included.
Materials that are required for this lesson include:
- straws
- paper clips (one box)
- pins/thumbtacks
- string
Total Pages
10 pages
Answer Key
N/A
Teaching Duration
2 days
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