1. Rigorous and Engaging: Creating an Integrated STEM Activity

2. Science
Nature of Science: Using models to explain
SC.2.N.2.2; SC.2.N.3.2
Technology (ELA)
Use classroom iPads to view and discuss kinds of transportation
LA.2. SL.1.1; LAFS.3.SL.1.1 (2: Dog Sleds)
Engineering
Dog Sleds
Create dog sleds that will hold a package
Math
Measurement: Use appropriate units
MAFS.K12.MP.5.1

3. STEM Challenge: Dog Sled
Challenge: A racer has hired your team to design a new sled for
this winter’s dog sled race.
Materials:
LEGOS, index cards, tape, ruler, Lego man driver, race gear box
Criteria: The sled must:
* Be big enough for the driver and the race gear.
Measure your supplies, then plan a sled.
* Be made of LEGOS and index cards.
* Glide smoothly down the “ski slope.”

4. ASK, THINK

5. PLAN

6. CREATE

7. TEST

8. TEST, REFINE, TEST…

9. TEST, REFINE

11. CELEBRATE!

12. REFLECT ON YOUR LEARNING