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Models & Designs (5-6)

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This page provides educators with information and resources in using the Full Option Science System (FOSS) kits provided by the Science Kit Cooperative at Olympic ESD 114.

Models & Designs Curriculum Calendar
 
The calendar below is to support teachers in planning for teaching the Models & Designs FOSS Science Kit. Use the calendar links below to identify: big science ideas, key standard targets for each lesson, and assessments. 
   
Week 1 & 2 - Black Boxes
What parts of the natural world are best studied with models?  Can you build a physical model that behaves the same way as the black box?
Can you design a physical model that hums when you pull a string and dings when you let go?  
Can you design and build a free-rolling cart system?  What type of energy drives your go-cart? How does the energy transfer through the go-cart system?  How can we calculate the speed of the go-cart system?
Can you design a cart that can turn a corner and travel two meters?  Can you work in a team of engineers to improve your design or make it do other tricks?

Curriculum Resources

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  • Media from OESD Instructional Materials Cooperative