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Combine science and playtime with the final lesson in an innovative unit. Scholars apply everything they have learned in previous lessons to build their own motors/generators and use it in a toy of their own design.
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Instructional Ideas
- Bring in motorized toys for inspiration
Classroom Considerations
- Review all safety rules prior to having pupils build their motors/generators
- Experiment could be completed in small groups or as individuals depending on the number of supplies on hand
- Ssummative lesson can serve as an assessment for the six-part series
Pros
- Requires applying knowledge from multiple lessons in a new way
- Diagram is clearly labeled and easy to understand
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- Document permissions do not allow for printing