Science

DIY Biomaterials with Acorn Flour

How can we elevate knowledge about local ecosystems through experimentations with DIY biomaterials?   In this lesson, we will explore the creation of a collection of DIY biomaterial samples following…

January 18, 2021
Kitchenware, Digital scale, Machine Learning, biology, Traditional Ecological Knowledge, Indigenous Epistemologies, Resin, Machine learning, Sustainability, Plants
Rocket Science – Newton’s Third Law of Motion

While teaching Newton’s Third Law of Motion, teachers can build this simple Balloon Rocket (which is little different than usual Balloon rocket attached to string). Teacher can start with simple…

December 11, 2020
Tape, Scissors, paper, toys, motion, energy, physics, Engineering
Re-Mix, Brand A-peal: Custom Vinyl Logos Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Logos are symbols that visually represent an idea, organization, or individual. Over the course of three remote learning classes (hours), students will design and apply a vinyl decal onto a…

November 2, 2020
2D design software, Vinyl Cutter, Heat Press, Computer, Vinyl Printer/Cutter, Intro to Fab Lab, energy, 2D vector graphics, environmental science, 5E Model of Instruction, 5E, Wearable, Climate Change, Middle School, Remote learning, Google Drawing