https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl Copy this padlet to track your progress through the 10 weeks of SSFPL's Kids STEM Online course! Once you complete all modules, please visit SSF Library for printing your padlet or email us a link to your completed padlet to receive a Certificate of Completion! en-us 2023-06-10 19:27:55 UTC 2023-06-12 23:01:03 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f52c.png libbyastabie https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961134 2023-06-10 19:27:55 UTC https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961134 libbyastabie https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961135 2023-06-10 19:27:55 UTC https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961135 libbyastabie https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961136 2023-06-10 19:27:55 UTC https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961136 libbyastabie https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961137 2023-06-10 19:27:55 UTC https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961137 libbyastabie https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961138 1. How many times can you fold a piece of paper in half?
2. Does it matter what kind of paper you try to fold?
3. How many books do you think your paper table can hold?
4. Pick up you free resource sheet at the library along with your free SLC book!]]> 2023-06-10 19:27:55 UTC https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961138 libbyastabie https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961139

What did you observe when you added weights to the lever? Did it stay balanced, or did it tilt? Why do you think that happened?

How did the position of the fulcrum affect the balance of the lever? Did it make it easier or harder to lift the weights?

Which side of the lever required more effort to lift the same weight: the side closer to the load or the side closer to the fulcrum? Why do you think that was the case?

Can you think of any real-life examples of levers? How are they used to make tasks easier or more efficient?

If you were to change the position of the fulcrum, what do you think would happen to the balance of the lever? Why?

How could you increase the mechanical advantage of the lever? What changes would you need to make to the fulcrum or the positioning of the weights?

Were there any surprises or unexpected results during the experiment? What did you learn from them?

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What do you think makes Da Vinci's Bridge unique or different from other bridges you've seen or learned about?

Why do you think Da Vinci designed a bridge without using additional supports like nails or ropes? How do you think this design might have been useful during his time?

If you were to build your own bridge, what materials would you use and why? How would you make it strong and stable without additional supports?

How do you think the shape of the bridge contributes to its strength and stability? Can you think of any other shapes that could work for a self-supporting bridge?

What do you think Leonardo da Vinci meant when he said, "Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication"? How does this quote apply to his bridge design?

Can you think of any other structures or objects in nature that are self-supporting, like the Da Vinci Bridge? How are they similar or different?

Imagine you are an engineer or designer tasked with building a bridge to connect two islands. What factors would you consider, and how would you approach the design process?

Why do you think it's important for inventors and designers to take risks and try new ideas, even if they may not always work out perfectly?

How might the concept of Da Vinci's Bridge be applied to other areas besides bridges? Can you think of any other inventions or structures that could benefit from a self-supporting design?

What lessons or values can you take away from Da Vinci's Bridge? How might these lessons apply to your own life or interests?

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What did you learn about gears and their role in motion transmission?

How does the number of teeth on gears affect the gear ratio and the motion transmitted?

Did you notice any differences in rotational speed and torque when using different gear ratios? Why do you think this happened?

How did you approach the assembly of the gearbox? What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them?

What did you observe during the motion transmission test? Did the gears effectively transfer the motion from the input shaft to the output shaft? Why or why not?

Can you think of any real-life examples where gearboxes are used? How do gear ratios play a role in those applications?

What did you find most interesting or surprising about this experiment? Why?

How can the principles you learned about gear ratios and motion transmission be applied in other areas of science or engineering?

Did you encounter any problems or difficulties during the experiment? How would you troubleshoot or improve the gearbox design based on your experience?

What other experiments or investigations would you like to conduct to further explore gears and motion transmission?

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- Are you interested in making a greeting card, story, game, or something else?

]]> 2023-06-10 19:27:55 UTC https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961146 libbyastabie https://padlet.com/libbyastabie/b40mklgd8gqkzdfl/wish/2619961147 - What other sprites could you use instead of apples and crabs?

- What was your favorite part of the game?

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