Shoebox Foosball Challenge
1st GradeEngineering33 min
aligned to Ngss K-2-ets1-2
Learning Objective
I can build a foosball game using a shoebox and other materials.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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For this project, you will need a cardboard box, straws, and clothespins.
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To keep the dowels from being pulled out of the game, wrap the ends with masking tape to make them larger than the holes.
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After the clothespins are in place, use to glue them in place so they don’t spin during the game.
Practice
4 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“What materials are used to make the foosball players?”
Teacher Guide
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