This is an introductory course to computer science using micro:bits as the …
This is an introductory course to computer science using micro:bits as the physical tool, and MakeCode as the language. The course covers basic computer programming commands like variables and loops. It also incorporates elements of design thinking, making and problem solving to work towards the completion of tasks and activities. The course takes about 4 weeks to complete with regular work, (1 week on lessons and 3 weeks on the final project). It is recommended for grades 6-8.
Analog meters are all around us!. They are used to visually represent …
Analog meters are all around us!. They are used to visually represent measurements and data. One of the most common analog meters is the fuel needle in a car. This converts a reading of the fuel level in the tank to an empty to full reading on the meter.
In this build, we will use one servo to build an electronically controlled meter. We will first simply use the knob on the control the board to move the needle converting the knob position to movement of the needle. Then, a sound sensor will be connected to convert sound level (ie music) to a meter reading. This will make it what is commonly known as a “VU-meter”
SKILLS + GOALS Carpentry - Use of basic tools and hardware Construction - Following visual assembly instructions Code - Understand math/code behind converting input readings to output readings (meter) & more!
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Welcome to Make Stuff Move coding lessons. This first lesson is going …
Welcome to Make Stuff Move coding lessons. This first lesson is going to show you how to set the colour and brightness of the pixel and turn it on, on our Make Stuff Move animate shield.
This build works out to be useful in two ways; flinging stuff …
This build works out to be useful in two ways; flinging stuff and drumming on stuff. The overall concept is to increase the inertia of the moving servo by quickly snapping the cable tie to flick the arm. The mechanics of this build is modeled after a foot pedal used in a drum kit.
The flinging aspect is just fun. Fling coins, buttons and ping-pong balls. When using the animation recording feature of the Animate Shield, beats can be recorded an looped including adjusting the speed.
SKILLS + GOALS Construction -Build the project following assembly instructions Music -Animate a beat Carpentry -Basic carpentry principals and hardware Coding -Learn about using delays in code to control movement timing & More!
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Build a mechanical flower that opens up when there is light. This …
Build a mechanical flower that opens up when there is light. This flower uses a few interesting mechanical movements including a push-pull cable to convert rotational movement into a linear movement for a flexible stem. Then the movement is converted back to rotational pivot points to open and close the pedals. The use of the binder clips also means that you are free to create your own flower petals.
SKILLS + GOALS Construction - Build the project following assembly instructions Carpentry - Basic carpentry principals and hardware Art + Design - Create and design your own flower petals Coding
Inchworms are so simple in their movement which makes it a fun …
Inchworms are so simple in their movement which makes it a fun challenge to build and animate their movement. The inchworm shifts its weight during its "pinching/folding" to push the front and pull the back.
SKILLS + GOALS Construction -Build the project following assembly instructions Carpentry -Basic carpentry principals and hardware Animation -Learn how to animate a single cycle of movement to create continuous movement. & More!
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Students learn the components of the rock cycle and how rocks can …
Students learn the components of the rock cycle and how rocks can change over time under the influence of weathering, erosion, pressure and heat. They learn about geotechnical engineering and the role these engineers play in the development of an area of land, the design and placement of new structures, and detection of natural disasters.
Following the model of N. Scott MomadayŐs The Way To Rainy Mountain, …
Following the model of N. Scott MomadayŐs The Way To Rainy Mountain, students write three-voice narratives based on Kiowa folktales, an interview with an Elder, and personal connections to theme.
This site introduces students to the world of Ben Franklin and other …
This site introduces students to the world of Ben Franklin and other natural philosophers at a time when the word science had not yet entered our language. Portraits of Franklin's colleagues, an overview of his life, and experiments showing how electrical charges attract and repel are part of this lesson (for Grades 3-8).
Students compare the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald with the song, ŇThe …
Students compare the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald with the song, ŇThe Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,Ó then create their own poetry about a historical event.
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