Mrs. Anderson's ABC'S: Test and Improve

Today was a big day for the Gingerbread Man, the partners were going to test their designs! Each pair began by making any final adjustments to their designs before testing. Then the testing got under way and our classroom was filled with anticipation and excitement. Some designs were successful the first time while others needed to make some improvements. As each pair finished their testing, they took some time to explain their design and why it worked.

Ariana, Samantha and Ella designed and engineered a Sailboat. With the help of their 'strong winds', the GBM made it safely across without getting wet!

This is Tate and Nolan's 1st zip line. The GBM fell out of the chair and into the water so they went back to the Improve Stage.

Tate and Nolan actually went to Improve a total of 2 times before these BIG smiles filled their faces. Their 1st Improve was the chair...it was successful; but the chair did not go down the line. 2nd Improve: they switched from yarn to a wire for the line, they also put the starting point of the zip line higher....this time the GBM slid to safety!

This is actually Michael and Sherif's Improved bridge. They improved the ramp leading up/down to the bridge. The GBM was able to cross the river without getting wet!

A Happy Sherif and Michael! *Evan was a part of this group, but he was sick on testing day.

This bridge design was engineered by Aidan and Aariz. They felt safety was a priority so they added side rails. Also they explained the zig-zag placement of the cups/supports: they created balance and stability (their words!).

Two happy boys: Aariz and Aidan!

This is another bridge design by: Eleanor, Elle and Carter. It was Eleanor's idea to make a ladder type walk-up to the bridge and Elle designed a regular ramp to run down FAST!

Carter was explaining to the class that it was his idea to design a suspension type bridge. again providing more support and "It makes it look really cool!"

Eleanor, Elle and Carter's bridge design was successful. Eleanor was not here to see this but I know she will be excited!

This is actually Michael and Sherif's 1st bridge. They went back to the Improve Stage because the ramps leading up to the bridge kept falling and it was agreed they were too steep.