A Toy's Journey in the Supply Chain
From designing teddy bears to delivering them to stores, this class shows you every step of their journey in the supply chain. Start with an exciting presentation featuring fun visuals and stories about how toys come to life.
What's included
1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. This fun homework will take you on a toy of your choice journey. You’ll think about the materials used, how it’s made in a factory, where it’s stored, and how it travels to a store. You can draw, write, or both to show each step! At the end, you get to name your toy and create its story. Let’s explore the world of toys together!Certificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 6
Beginner Level
In this interactive and creative class, learners will embark on a fun-filled adventure to uncover how toys like teddy bears, Buzz Lightyear, and more travel from factories to store shelves! Kids will learn about key supply chain steps, including planning, sourcing materials, manufacturing, delivery, and retail, through an engaging lesson. What will be taught? Students will learn how supply chains work by following a toy’s journey. We’ll cover teamwork, problem-solving, sustainability, and logistics while sparking curiosity about how everyday items are made and delivered. What topics will you cover? Planning and Sourcing: How companies decide what toys to make and where to get the materials. Manufacturing: How toys are made in factories. Logistics and Delivery: How toys travel from warehouses to stores. Sustainability: Eco-friendly toy-making practices. Retail: What happens when toys reach the store! How is your class structured? This class combines a short, interactive lecture with fun quizzes and activities. Each section will build on the previous one to tell the complete story of a toy’s journey. There is a video lecture and activities that include coloring pages and a working activity to map out the journey of a toy of the learners choice. How will you teach? I’ll use visually engaging slides, kid-friendly explanations, and relatable examples inspired by beloved characters like Buzz and Woody from Toy Story. Kids will have opportunities to discuss ideas, complete activities, and ask questions after the class. What's your teaching style? My teaching style is interactive, playful, and inclusive. I use storytelling and questions to engage learners and encourage creativity while making complex ideas like supply chains easy to understand. How much will learners interact with you? I encourage every child to share their ideas and ask questions so they feel fully involved in the learning process. I will gladly respond to any questions and comments when posted. This class is perfect for curious kids who love to learn how things work! 🧸📦🚛
Learning Goals
Students will be able to identify and explain the key stages of the toy supply chain, including sourcing materials, production, logistics, and distribution.Students will learn about the various people involved in the toy supply chain, such as factory workers, truck drivers, warehouse staff, and store employees, and understand how each role contributes to delivering toys to consumers.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum1 Lesson
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
A Toy's Journey in the Supply Chain
In this engaging and interactive course, students will explore the magical journey of toys, from planning and production to delivery and display. Using the beloved Toy Story theme, students will learn about the key steps in the supply chain and the people who make it happen. Through activities and discussions, learners will understand how teamwork, logistics, and creativity bring toys to life. Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
1. GEP. (n.d.). All about supply chain management: A guide.
GEP. Retrieved December 5, 2024, from https://www.gep.com/blog/technology/all-about-supply-chain-management-guide
2. OpenStax. (n.d.). 17.5 The supply chain and its functions.
OpenStax. Retrieved December 6, 2024, from https://openstax.org/books/principles-marketing/pages/17-5-the-supply-chain-and-its-functions#:~:text=Supply%20chain%20management%20has%20five,needs%20of%20final%20consumers%20efficiently
3. NetSuite. (n.d.). What is logistics?
NetSuite. Retrieved December 5, 2024, from https://www.netsuite.com/portal/resource/articles/erp/logistics.shtml
This course is not affiliated with or endorsed by Disney or Pixar. Toy Story characters are used under fair use for educational purposes.
Images sourced from Unsplash and Pixabay for educational use. Illustrations generated by OpenAI's DALL·E.
Joined November, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
My professional journey includes time in the automotive industry and a prior internship in consumer goods. I hold an undergraduate degree in Industrial & Systems Engineering from the University of Florida, which has equipped me with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to succeed in my field and share valuable insights with young learners interested in supply chain and engineering.Reviews
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Ages: 6-12
