Stranded with Simple Machines
Project Overview:
Directions:
1. Imagine you are a castaway shipwrecked on a deserted island in the tropics. Participate in a class discussion to create a list of items or materials which could be salvaged from a shipwreck on a deserted island in the tropics.
2. Find a partner and discuss how the materials the class identified could be used to create a shelter on the island.
3. In the space below, describe at least two different methods of how a simple machine could help you build a shelter using the identified materials. Include a drawing to show how the simple machines could be created using the shipwrecked materials.
4. Find a different partner to discuss how the materials the class identified could be used to find or manage food and water on the island. This may include locating, moving, storing or cooking the food.
5. In the space below, describe at least two different methods of how a simple machine could help you find or manage food and water on the island. Include a drawing to show how the simple machines could be created using the shipwrecked materials.
6. Once completed, turn in your project according to your instructor’s directions.
Shelter Ideas:
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Shelter |
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Drawing |
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Shelter Idea 1 |
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Shelter Idea 2 |
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Food & Water Ideas:
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Food & Water |
Description |
Drawing |
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Food & Water Idea 1 |
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Food & Water Idea 2 |
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Rubric
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Description |
Possible Points |
Your Score |
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Class Participation · Actively suggested items or materials from the shipwreck · Engaged in constructive dialogue with partners |
10 |
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Concept & Understanding: · Understanding of how simple machines can be used is clearly evident · Logical thinking was utilized to design a simple machine using the provided material list · Detailed drawings accurately represent the use of simple machines with the identified materials |
65 |
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Creativity/Craftmanship: · End product is unique and reflects the student’s individuality · End product is clearly a high-quality end product |
15 |
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Production/Effort: · Class time provided for the project was used efficiently · Time and effort are evident in the execution of the end product |
10 |
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Total Points |
100 |
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