Save the class from a lack of engineering experience. An engaging STEM activity has learners work in groups to design a lifeguard chair out of masking tape and index cards. They build and test prototypes, all while learning about the engineering design process in a fun and engaging way.

Concepts

engineering design, constraints, prototypes, force

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Invite a design specialist to give a presentation
  

Classroom Considerations

• Some basic materials and tools are necessary
• Activity is part of the SLED Design series
  

Pros

• Provides a list of vocabulary words with definitions
• Includes a printable student handout
  

Cons

• None