Think Like an Engineer: The BEST Solution! | SciShow Kids

Think Like an Engineer: The BEST Solution! | SciShow Kids

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Interactive Video

Science, Engineering, Other

1st - 6th Grade

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The video follows a group of friends designing rafts for Juniper, who can't swim. They create prototypes using different materials and test them for stability, size, and safety. Despite initial failures, they learn from their tests and improve their designs, demonstrating engineering principles. In the end, they successfully create a raft that meets all requirements, emphasizing teamwork and iterative design. The video concludes with a reflection on the learning process and the importance of persistence in problem-solving.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What problem were Juniper and her friends trying to solve?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What materials did Juniper use to make her raft?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How did Squeaks' raft differ from Juniper's raft?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What was the main issue with Sam's cardboard raft?

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What are the three requirements that the raft needed to meet?

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What did the group learn from testing their prototypes?

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How did the team decide to improve their raft design after testing?

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