In this interactive project, students will work in pairs or small groups to create an informative and visually engaging pamphlet focused on essential small engine maintenance practices. Designed to develop both research and technical communication skills, this activity challenges students to break down engine care topics into reader-friendly sections that could be used in a real-world setting like a repair shop or classroom reference tool.

Using Canva or Google Docs templates, students will explore the purpose and procedures for spark plug, carburetor, and fuel system maintenance, the importance of routine care, and the consequences of neglect. The project integrates technical writing, design elements, and citation practices to mirror industry-standard documentation.

Project Includes:

• Group-based research on critical engine maintenance topics
• Step-by-step guidance for spark plug, carburetor, and fuel system care
• A 7-panel pamphlet layout: front cover, five interior sections, and back cover
• Instructions for adding helpful graphics, diagrams, and proper citations
• Digital design using Canva or Google Docs
• Submission as a PDF-ready document

Learning Objectives:

• Understand and communicate basic small engine maintenance procedures
• Explain the value of preventative maintenance and common repair issues
• Organize information effectively using real-world formatting tools
• Cite resources correctly and ethically
  

This project is perfect for Small Engines, Agricultural Mechanics, or Intro to Power Systems classes and supports CTE learning standards in maintenance, repair, and communication.