About this resource
Provided with only 6 popsicle sticks and either tape or a glue gun, students are asked to make 4 equilateral triangles. Students must think three dimensionally to solve this problem. Once the problem is solved, students are asked to journal about their thinking that led them to the solution.
Modifications for all Learners: Students can be provided with larger manipulatives as needed.
Curriculum & Standards
Related General Curriculum / Common Core Area
Engineering & Design/Technology
Related Curriculum / Common Core Standard
AASL Main Standard(s): I. INQUIRE Build new knowledge by inquiring, thinking critically, identifying problems, and developing strategies for solving problems. B. Create - 3. Generating products that illustrate learning.
I. INQUIRE Build new knowledge by inquiring, thinking critically, identifying problems, and developing strategies for solving problems. D. Grow - Learners participate in an ongoing inquiry-based process by: 1. Continually seeking knowledge. 2. Engaging in sustained inquiry.
Related STEM Area: Engineering and Math
NGSS Main Related Engineering Design Standard:
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.
What students will do
- I will solve problems.
- I will use divergent thinking to solve problems.
I can solve problems.
I can use divergent thinking to solve problems.
Resources Needed
Popsicle sticks, paper, pencil, and tape or glue gun (used with assistance)
How learning is assessed
- I solved problems.
- I used divergent thinking to solve problems.