https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv Curating for a Wheels Unit en-us 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC 2025-11-24 20:38:40 UTC hello@padlet.com gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037691 K-2-ETS1-1. Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.

K-2-ETS1-2. Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function
as needed to solve a given problem.

K-2-ETS1-3. Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and
weaknesses of how each performs.]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037691 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037692 MA.1.M.1.1 Estimate the length of an object to the nearest inch. Measure the length of an object to the nearest inch or centimeter.

Benchmark Clarifications:
Clarification 1: Instruction emphasizes measuring from the zero point of the ruler. The markings on the
ruler indicate the unit of length by marking equal distances with no gaps or overlaps.
Clarification 2: When estimating length, the expectation is to give a reasonable number of inches for
the length of a given object.

MA.1.FR.1.1 Partition circles and rectangles into two and four equal-sized parts. Name the parts of the whole using appropriate language including halves or fourths.

Benchmark Clarifications:
Clarification 1: This benchmark does not require writing the equal sized parts as a fraction with a
numerator and denominator.]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037692 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037693 ELA.1.R.3.3
Compare and contrast two texts on the same topic.

Clarification 1: Students are being asked to compare and
contrast. During instruction, give students opportunities to
see visual representations of similarities and differences
using tools such as Venn diagrams or T-charts]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037693 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037694 These are standards that you can use to begin collecting resources for designing a lesson within a wheels unit. These are first grade standards. Review these standards to get ideas for resources you would need to gather to teach the standard within a wheels unit. ]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037694 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037695 MA.1.M.1.1 
This video shows teaches students about the different methods and units of measurement 

Marguerite Lott]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037695 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037696 Two different texts about wheels that students can compare and contrast. 
The second informational text is here... https://wiki.kidzsearch.com/wiki/Wheel
1. I don't think I would need any additional resources in order to teach this standard, however after looking at the resources I have, I would change them out for more grade level appropriate resources. 
2. I will find a worksheet that students will fill in as they go through the two articles. The worksheet will serve as a way to highlight the similarities and differences between the two articles in order to fulfill the standard. 

]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037696 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037697 This video tells how wheels are helpful and what function they serve. 
-Marissa R.

]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037697 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037698 Additional worksheet to allow students to practice dividing shapes into equal parts. 
Cameron Stivender]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037698 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037699 This video shows 1st grade students how to partition circles and rectangles into equal-sized parts, such as halves and fourths using the correct language while doing so. -Cameron Stivender]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037699 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037700 Two different texts about wheels that students can compare and contrast. 
The second informational text is here... https://wiki.kidzsearch.com/wiki/Wheel]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037700 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037701 Video that compares the strengths and weaknesses of cars and bicycles. Shows, specifically, how these two tools differ in their ability to solve the issue of transportation. - Steven Brantley]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037701 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037702 This YouTube shows how to measure an object with a ruler and gives a brief explanation on how a ruler works. -Sierra Santiso]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037702 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037703 An additional resource I would need to teach this standard would be a video explaining how wheels came about and how they work. 
After the students watch the video, they will need to build their own cart to carry heavy things using wheels.
Students will need various sizes of wheels and some cardboard to make the cart. Pipe cleaners or popsicle sticks can be their handles and spokes. The students then can put small materials on their tables, like glue sticks, erasers, crayons, etc., in their cart to move them across the table.]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037703 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037704 Article that explains how a wheel works and how it helps people. - Ashley B.]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037704 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037705 https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NzYPVn7Cz5XhmW9EqN_5mPfP6mECbrTU5YVrEw7llig/edit?usp=sharing]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037705 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037707 https://ecrp.illinois.edu/v17n1/cowan.html]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037707 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037708 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsv7bYSrzMU
2. MA.1.M.1.1
3. Students will be able to measure items with a ruler and identify the units of measurement on each side of the ruler
4. After interacting with my resource, students need to be able to explain the different units of measurement. Then, students will have to show me that they know which side of the ruler is which and how to properly use the ruler. 
5. I chose this resource to help teach this standard because of the vocabulary instruction that is incorporated into it, but it is also an introduction to using a ruler/other items to measure things. 
6. The only changes that I would make to the resource that I chose is to add another one. I think that adding another resource that explains more in depth to students on how to properly use a ruler would be helpful. I think that this would also help it to go along better with the standard, which  is based on estimating the length of something. 

Marguerite Lott]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037708 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037709 2. K-2-ETS1-3
3. Students will be able to compare the strengths and weaknesses of two object designs based upon their performance during a task. 
4. After engaging with this resources, students would need be able to explain the strengths and weaknesses of bikes and cars, as well as their reasoning for why the designs of both objects may factor into these strengths and weaknesses. 
5. I chose this resources because I feel it gave students a meaningful example of objects that perform the same task but in different ways. This resources supports students learning the standard because cars and bikes are objects that students would likely have experiences interacting with. 
6. Although I feel the resource stands solidly on it's own, I feel that adding examples of other forms of transportation (planes, boats, trains, etc.) would give students an even deeper understanding of the concept of transportation design which would, in turn, allow students to more easily meet the standard. ]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037709 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037711 2. K-2-ETS1-2
3.To develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to show how the shape of wheels are helpful when solving a problem. 
4. students should show and explain why wheels are helpful when transporting objects from one point to another. 
5. This resource is helpful because it shows a simple problem and also shows why they used wheels and their unique function to solve the problem just like what they would need to do for the standard. 
6. I would love to have other examples so students can compare where as this resource is just one example. Also I would love to add a DIY resource so they would know how to physically model if they waned. 
-Marissa Rutkai]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037711 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037712 1. https://youtu.be/sSj4Y8tWGEw
2. MA.1.M.1.1
3. Students will be able to measure objects with a ruler using the centimeter and inch sides.
4. My student will need to identify which is centimeters and which side is inches. Then they will have to show me that they can adequately measure an object with either side of the ruler.
5. I chose this resource to help teach this standard because this standard is an introduction, and since we are just learning about it, I feel like this video is excellent to teach the basics of a ruler.
6. I would keep this resource but I would probably add another video showing how to measure objects with a ruler, just so my students can see a visual of how to measure stuff.]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037712 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037714 1. K-2-ETS1-2
2. Students will be able to explain how a wheel allows objects to move.
3. After viewing and discussing this article as a class, students will need to analyze how a wheel helps move heavy things by creating their own two-wheel cart. 
4. I chose this resource because of the information in the article and the pictures that give the students a variety of different types of wheels. 
5. I would find a simpler article that is more appropriate for 1st graders and include an interactive video of how a wheel works. ]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037714 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037715 1. https://wiki.kidzsearch.com/wiki/Wheel
2. Compare and contrast two texts on the same topic. 
3. Students will be able to identify and explain the similarities and differences between two different texts. 
4. After viewing this article, students would need to explain the history of a wheel, as well as identify how it is different than the other article. From the second article, students will need to know what wheels are used on and for. Students also need to recognize the differences in the history from both articles. 
5. I chose these two resources to teach my standard because they were both articles on wheels that were quick and short for young students to read. I would read these articles with my students in order to help them better understand what the articles are talking about. These resources help support student learning for this standard because both articles discuss what wheels are and are used for as well as the history of wheels. 
6. After going back and looking at the two articles I need for my standard, I realized I would probably change both articles and find more 1st grade appropriate articles instead. After reading them again, I thought about how I would have to translate the wording in the articles in order for 1st graders to understand them. I want my students to be able to read the material in order to be able think critically about it.]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037715 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037716 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWvAn_qc3YQ
2. MA.1.FR.1.1.
3. After viewing this video as a class, students will be able to partition shapes such as circles or rectangles into equal parts. 
4. Students would need to be able to explain how to divid a shape into halves or fourths. This can be demonstrated through drawing and discussing. Students would also need to be able to identify when a shape is divided and wether or not it is divided into equal parts, halves, and/or fourths. 
5. I chose this resource to teach the standard because it explains how to divide shapes equally into two and four parts. This resource supports the students in learning the standard because it explains the mathematical actions clearly and is made at a first grade level. 
6. I think that the resource is good but students would benefit if I incorporated a worksheet or hands on activity that allowed them to practice partitioning shapes into equal parts. I would also like to incorporate a discussion that links this resource and lesson to the wheel's project; show students that the wheels must be placed on an object that is divided into equal parts in order to properly distribute weight to help it roll. ]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037716 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037717 Here students have an opportunity to use the data they collected from the try it out phase to improve their product. Maybe they will need to make design adjustments. Maybe a video would be helpful here to jumpstart groups that may struggle with problem solving, maybe not? As the instruction designer, make a plan to support students here and still give them the space to do the critical thinking themselves. What does this look like?

Answer Questions 1-3 Here:
1. The students will watch the video about the history of the wheel and alter their designs accordingly. They will take the same sketches they used before and indicate their modifications while they alter their carts. 
2. The teacher will play the video and walk around the class, asking questions like, "how do you think design b will be different from design a?" and answering questions as students have them.
3.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzG1aPw7YBc

]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037717 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037718 Think about what this phase will look like. What should it sound like? How are students going to test out their design? What criteria should their product be able to do? How will they document their product's abilities during this phase? Hint- You may have to create some of these resources yourself.

Answer Questions 1-3 here:
1. The students will be taking their design that they sketched in the design phase and testing it out using the resources they have outlined. Their product should resemble their drawing and be able to roll through the course of the length of two tables without falling apart or stopping. They will fill out the worksheet as they work.
2. The teacher will be walking around the classroom to offer suggestions about what may work better. 
3.https://www.education.com/worksheet/article/stem-design-challenge-brainstorm-and-reflection-sheet/]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037718 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037719 How are students going to design? What are they designing (refer back to the Identify the Problem section)? This is more brainstorming/planning than building. What resources could you create to help them design their idea?

1. Students will review some patterns that have worked in the past and sketch their own. They will take out a piece of paper and design a cart with wheels, noting the materials they will be using and how they will fit together. 
2. The teacher will be walking around the classroom to ask questions about student design and act as a facilitator to help the students when they have trouble.
3.https://www.cisco-eagle.com/uploads/RWM-Casters/Cart-Wheel-Patterns.pdf]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037719 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037720 Think research here- what resources can the kids use to learn about wheels- how could this tie into your ELA or math standards in the pre-curation section?

Answer Questions 1-3: 
1. The students are gathered together to watch an instructional video about how wheels work. They are quiet while the short video is playing, then at a level 2 during a discussion with their tablemates once the video has finished playing.
2. The teacher is playing the video, pausing to answer questions as the students have them. 
3.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYNwKZW74uw]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037720 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037722 In this new Engineering Design Process lesson we are creating from inspiration from the "Our Wheels Project," students are investigating wheels using the driving question: How can we make our classroom trash can roll to different spots in the room when it is too heavy to carry?

The problem is that the trash can gets too heavy after breakfast in the morning and the young children cannot pick it up and move it around the room to fill it up. The room is getting messy because of this. The students decide that they could add wheels to the trash can so that it can move around the room with them.

Remember: This is for a 1st grade classroom- our standards are 1st grade standards. ]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037722 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037723 This week you will curate for the Wheels Unit by using the Engineering Design Process that you are working with in your STEM Integration course. 
 
 Each section of the EDP must have:
 1. A description of what the students are doing
 2. A description of what the teacher is doing (we call these teacher moves). These should be specific.
 3. At least 1 resource. (You can pull from the resources your peers and you collected from modules 2 and 3.) I suggest reading their critiques, as well. You will likely need to create some resources, too. 

HINTS FOR RESOURCE CREATION: I like to use word. For example, how will students document their work? What templates could you create to guide them through the process? If a text you found online needs to be modified for their grade level, copy and paste it in word and then make it simpler.
 
 
 Using the resources in the collection column, and the critiques you and your peers made in the critique column, use these resources (and other outside resources you find as needed)to build out the lesson into the EDP phases from slide #2- Identify the problem, explore, design, create, try it out, make it better. 
 
(If you would like to use a different model than the one on slide 2 from your STEM integration course, you may. Simply copy the one you choose to use over and label the sections to match the EDP model you prefer.) ]]> 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037723 gracebarnwell https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037724 2022-10-21 17:20:39 UTC https://padlet.com/gracebarnwell/8ppk20oy98nwksv/wish/2351037724