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Ruler-less Measuring! This fun, interactive lesson can be used for an introduction to measurement units. Students work in pairs to complete the measurement worksheet, brainstorming how they will measure the objects WITHOUT rulers! They will then answer 3 questions to reflect on the importance of measuring accurately. Also great for a ready-made substitute lesson plan! Includes an overview of the assignment for the teacher and a two-page worksheet for the students. Possible answers for the

This ready-to-use resource can be used to introduce a unit on simple machines or how machines work. Used with the website Leonardo’s Inventors Toolbox, students read the information on the website and summarize the information on the worksheet. There is a 3 question quiz on the site to test students understanding of more complex devices and how gears and simple machines are utilized. Great as a ready-to-go substitute lesson plan too! Meets the new Common Core Learning Standards in Technical

High Flying Math! This fun, interactive lesson can be used for an introduction to measurement unit. Students create a straw glider with 2 paper circle hoops and a straw. They then test their glider in a pre-marked area and record the distance. For older students, you can add variables to the design of the glider. Also great for a ready-made substitute lesson plan! Includes an overview of the assignment for the teacher, 1 page to record distance for each student, and a 1-page graph for the

Technology Problem-Solving Process – Ladder Format This handy graphic can be used to introduce the technology problem-solving process. As you “step-up” the ladder, the student can visualize the process used to design, invent or improve a device. There is a notes section to clarify any explanations or examples the teacher wishes to use. One-page resource. If you like this resource, please rate it on TPT!

Use this graphic organizer to create storyboards for projects. It includes 6 sections to sketch frames in a story, as well as space underneath each to write details to explain further. This aligns with the Common Core Learning Standards in writing for Technical subjects. If you like this resource, please rate it on TPT!