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Invention Lesson: Sketch, Build, Improve

Created by Teacher(s): Yen-Yen Chiu|Published on: March 24, 2026
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In this lesson, students apply research and defined constraints to design, sketch, and build a prototype that addresses a problem identified in Lesson 4. Students work together to learn how evidence and testing improve designs.

Inquire: Students learn how constraints shape design.
Investigate: Students use research to sketch, evaluate, and refine multiple design ideas, then select a design to build a prototype.
Inspire: Students build a prototype, document challenges and changes, and reflect on how it matches their design sketch.
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Subjects: Science, Engineering
Duration: 2 hours
Region: Global
Posted on Mar 24, 2026

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