NGSS Standard: MS-PS2-1

Science and Engineering Practices: Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions

Crosscutting Concepts: Systems and System Models

Year Created: 2015

Phenomena: None: see notes on adding phenomena in the future.  

Reflection: This was one of my first forays into combing engineering and science together to create a device that would minimize the impact of an egg dropping. The students enjoyed the experience of working in teams and were challenged by the limitation of supplies. If I were to re-do this project again, I would change the following: 

• Discuss and explain the criteria and constraints for the project. 
• Include time at the end for comparison of projects and redesign. 
• Utilize phenomena to engage students; potentially phenomena could be seat belts or parachutes.