STEAM in The Amazing Race

Grade 645 min

Learning Objective

I can collaborate with a team to complete a STEAM-based task within a time limit, like teams on the Amazing Race.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

The Amazing Race - Welcome to the Jungle

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œImagine your team is tasked with building a bridge out of limited materials to cross a small ravine, with only 30 minutes to complete the task. Describe one specific strategy your team would use to ensure everyone contributes effectively and the bridge is built on time. Your team needs to design a device to transport water from a stream to a container 10 meters away, using only recycled materials and 45 minutes. Explain how your team would divide the tasks and communicate to make sure the device is functional and completed within the time limit. Suppose your team is challenged to build the tallest freestanding tower possible using only straws and tape in 20 minutes. What is one potential problem your team might encounter while working together under pressure, and how would you address it to ensure the team stays on track?”

Teacher Guide

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