Train your pupils to be master engineers. Young learners design a train that travels along a fishing line. The train needs to safely carry pennies as passengers without falling out.

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Concepts

engineering design, trains, transportation, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

Have individuals research modern trains in a journal entry
Invite a transportation engineer to give a talk

Classroom Considerations

Activity requires a variety of materials

Pros

Lists some suggestions on how to help learners if problems occur
Provides questions to guide discussion time

Cons

None

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