We LOVE problem solving in this classroom! Much of this year will be spent learning from each other, working together, and trying again and again without giving up. Our first problem- solving challenge was to build a tower that held a bucket that would swing. The kids were given just a few guidelines and had to figure it out on their own! It was amazing to hear what they had to say after the challenge. Ask your child!
Our first team to finish the challenge in 9 minutes!!!! By far the fastest time...
This group worked hard too and never gave up!
These boys had a solid plan from the beginning!
These kiddos revised their plan and succeeded! Their structure was incredible!
This group worked so well together!
This last group tasted the sweetest success! They had 10 seconds left and began to feel defeated. They persevered and it paid off! Their smiles at the end made all the frustrations worth the effort!
Team building activities such as this serve so many purposes in the real world. It is a fundamental skill that we all must practice. Watch for many more!
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