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Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Biomimicry: Natural Designs

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students learn about biomimicry and how engineers often imitate nature in the design of innovative new products. They demonstrate their knowledge of biomimicry by practicing brainstorming and designing a new product based on what they...
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Lesson Plan
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Balloon Car

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students will design, build, and race balloon-powered cars in this fun lesson that teaches about engineering design and kinetic and potential energy.
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Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Mobile Forces

For Teachers 5th - 8th
The application of engineering principles is explored in the creation of mobiles. As students create their own mobiles, they take into consideration the forces of gravity and convection air currents. They learn how an understanding of...