Building A Scale Model

Students create models of objects of their choice, teaching them skills and giving them practice in techniques used by professionals. They use sketches as they build their objects. This activity facilitates a discussion on models and their usefulness.

Resource ID#: 26943 Type: Teaching Idea

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General Information

Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 4

Intended Audience: Educators

Instructional Time: 30 Minute(s)

Keywords: dimension, measure, model, proportion, prototype, scale, sketch

Instructional Component Type(s): Teaching Idea

Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Guided Inquiry (Level 3), Cooperative Learning

Resource Collection: General Collection

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