プリムス サマーキャンプ: プロジェクト付きエンジニアリング キャンプ

Humans have been inventing since ancient times. Some inventions were before their time, some were small, and some changed the world. Inventors create their inventions using engineering principles. During this class, we will learn about five different types of engineering, and inventors and inventions throughout history. We will apply what we learn by making our own engineering projects.

We will use models, pictures, presentations, and videos during the class. We will do an engineering project at the end of each class. Some of the projects are teacher-lead, some are exploration projects allowing students to make their own creations.

Day 1: Ancient Engineering / We will build a Greek Building - Introduction to the Camp Bridge Project for Friday
Day 2: Mechanical Engineering / We will make a catapult
Day 3: Structural Engineering/ We will make buildings 
Day 4: Chemical Engineering / We will make lemon soda
Day 5: Civil Engineering/ We will make a bridge - Students can make any kind of bridge project using any building materials. They should work on their bridge throughout the week. They will be able to present their bridge to the class on Friday, but presentation is optional.

Please have the following supplies ready for each class. For the most part, substitutions will not work. The best tape to use for these projects is regular masking tape. Regular clear Scotch tape can work. Duck Tape and Packing Tape will not work. White glue is needed when glue is required for the project. Glue sticks and hot glue will not work. We will be using scissors in many of our projects. If your student needs assistance with cutting, please have an adult nearby.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Note: Students will be building their own bridge project outside of camp throughout the week. They can use any building materials they have on hand. They can build any kind of bridge they want out of any materials they want to use. A sample bridge will be presented on Monday. 

Supplies needed for each day:

Day 1: Two pieces of cardboard (about 4 x 6 inches), 4-6 empty toilet paper tubes, white glue, tape, a rock, stone, or book. 
Day 2: 8 craft sticks or popsicle sticks, three rubber bands, 1 plastic spoon
Day 3:  Toothpicks and playdough 
Day 4: The juice of 1 lemon or 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1 cup of cold water, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1 large cup or glass, 1 spoon, 1 plate
Day 5: Bridge Presentation Day - Students should bring their completed bridge projects to camp. They will have the opportunity to present their bridge to the class, if they so choose.


If your student has special needs, please reach out to me via personal message so we can make accommodations if necessary.