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Kick Stick Challenge
| Content Provider | howtosmile |
|---|---|
| Copyright Year | 2009 |
| Description | In this design challenge activity, learners investigate series circuits and motors to build a hand-held "kick stick." Their goal is create a battery-operated device that sends a Ping-Pong ball across the floor. The activity is a fun, hands-on way for learners to get a taste for the design process. This lesson guide includes instructions on how to introduce the challenge, associated videos, brainstorming questions, and tips for learners. |
| Related Links | http://pbskids.org/designsquad/pdf/parentseducators/DS_TG_KickStick_Teach.pdf |
| Language | English |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Rights Holder | WGBH Educational Foundation |
| Subject Keyword | Design Innovation Invention Kick stick Motor Series circuit Circuit Switch Design Squad PBS Shows Electronics Toys Engineering and Technology Engineering Electrical Engineering Physical Sciences Electricity and Magnetism Electric Charges and Currents Electric Motors Electric Circuits The Nature of Science The Scientific Process Conducting Investigations The Nature of Technology The Design Process Invention and Innovation Problem Solving Troubleshooting and Maintenance |
| Content Type | Text |
| Educational Role | Student Teacher |
| Educational Use | Assessment |
| Time Required | PT1H0M0S |
| Education Level | Class V Class VI Class VII Class VIII Class IX |
| Pedagogy | Experimental Activity |
| Resource Type | Hands-on |
| Subject | Technical |
