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- Last Updated on Sunday, 29 May 2016 21:40
The sixth grade physical science students are harnessing their knowledge of physics and simple machines to create their own Rube Goldberg machines.
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| Students made their own Rube Goldberg machines. |
A Rube Goldberg is a contraption that accomplishes a simple task in a fantastically complicated and imaginative way.
Students have been working in small groups to build their “Rubes” using as many steps possible to achieve the desired result.
Building a Rube Goldberg machine is a great way for students to think creatively, work cooperatively, and progress through the design and engineering process. It is a perfect addition to the physical science curriculum, as students can see the transfer of energy and laws of physics at work in their Rube designs.
