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Dimensions, Perspectives, & Measurement
Kid Spark Basics Curriculum Packetv2.0
Activity Time: 60 Minutes
Targeted Grade Level: 3 - 8
Student Grouping: Teams of 2
Additional Lesson Materials: - Teacher Lesson Plan- Student Engineering Workbook
Kid Spark Mobile STEM Lab: Young Engineers OREngineering Pathways
Note: Two teams can share the engineering materials from one Kid Spark Mobile STEM Lab.
Overview:In this lesson, students will learn how Kid Spark engineering materials can be used to determine the dimensions of different objects. Then, students will work in teams to create a simple measuring device to determine the dimensions of several objects in the room.
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Learning Objectives & NGSS Alignment: Define length, depth, and height. Understand what objects look like from different perspectives. Determine an object’s dimensions (in metric units) using Kid Spark engineering materials. Create a simple measuring device.
Scientific/Engineering Practice - Using mathematics Crosscutting Concept - Scale, proportion, and quantity
Convergent Learning Activity:1. Exploring Length, Depth, and Height All objects that exist in physical space have three dimensions: length (how long an object is), depth (how deep an object is), and height (how tall an object is). Whether a given dimension of an object is classified as the length, depth, or height is determined by the perspective from which it is viewed and measured.
In the examples shown below, each object has three dimensions. In example 1, the block is a cube. This means each dimension of the block is equal, regardless of the orientation of the block or perspective from which the block is viewed. In examples 2 and 3, the objects are identical, but the orientation of the objects are different. This means the dimensions will also be different.
Instructions: Assemble the following objects and then determine the dimensions (in number of openings) of each example below. Example: the red block is 1 opening in length.
DepthLength
Height
Example 1
Depth
Length
Height
Example 2
DepthLength
Height
Example 3
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2. Exploring Orthographic Projections It is important to be able to understand what objects look like from different perspectives. An orthographic projection is a means of representing three-dimensional objects in two dimensions. The primary views included in most orthographic projections will include a front view, side view, and top view. These views will give the length, depth, and height of an object.
Instructions: Using engineering materials, assemble a simple object such as the one pictured below. Then, rotate the object and observe what it looks like from different perspectives. Note: do not disassemble your object as it will be used in the following section.
Front View
Top View
Side View
Length
Hei
ght
Dept
h
FrontLeft SideRear Right Side
Top
Bottom
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3. Measuring In Metric Units Kid Spark engineering materials are designed in metric units of measurement. This means it is easy to determine the dimensions of an object or design. Simply count the number of openings and multiply by two to determine dimensions in metric centimeters. On most engineering materials, there is a center mark in the middle of an opening that represents one centimeter.
Instructions: Determine the dimensions (length, depth, height) of the simple object you created in section 2.
Divergent Learning Activity:1. Instructions: Create a “measuring stick” and use it to determine the dimensions of various objects in the classroom. The length of the measuring stick can be determined by each team.
Length3 openings3 x 2 = 6 cm
Depth1 opening1 x 2 = 2 cm
Height1 opening1 x 2 = 2 cm
2 cm
1 cm
1 cm
2 cm
2 cm
Length5 openings5 x 2 = 10 cm
Depth3 openings3 x 2 = 6 cm
Height3 Openings3 x 2 = 6 cm
Length17 openings17 x 2 = 34 cm
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Bill of Materials
Download the Kid Spark curriculum and view the professional learning modules at KidSparkEducation.org/CurriculumIMPORTANT:
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Tool
3x
Mini Curved Beam
4x
Small Curved Beam
6x
Beam
34x
Half Beam
38x
Riser
30x
Snap-In Dump Bed
1x
Snap-In Scoop
1x
Motor Module
2x
Snap-In Blade
1x
Bearing Module
1x
Double Snap Block
3x
Single Snap Block
63x
60° Block
14x
30° Block
16x
Snap-In Spool
2x
Snap-In Cog
1x
Block
57x
Lead Screw Nut
1x
String Block
2x
Lead Screw Rotating Support
1x
Axle Block
7x
Snap-In Seat
1x
Motor Cable
2x
Hinge Block
14x
Lead Screw Extender
3x
Forklift Face Assembly
1x
Pulley
13x
Corbel
12x
Red ROK Ball
16x
Blue ROK Ball
16x
Gear Teeth
44x
String
2x
Rubber Band
4x
Lead Screw Base
1x
ROK Worker
1x
Maker ROK Bot
1x
ROK Star Control Pad
1x
Trailer Hitch
6x
Snap-In Wheel
8x
Storage Case I
1x
Storage Case II
2x
INVENTORY & ORGANIZATION GUIDE
YOUNG ENGINEERS
2. Project Cleanup Instructions: Disassemble the free build project. Locate the proper laminated Inventory & Organization Guide in the Kid Spark STEM Lab (pictured below). Correctly organize engineering materials back in the lab.
Unpack, Organize & Store Use the following guide to correctly organize the Young Engineers Mobile STEM Lab.
TOP LID
16x
16x
16x 15x
15x16x
7x 14x 13x
6x 12x 2x
1x 1x 1x
1x 1x 1x
4x2x 8x 16x16x2x 1x
1x
2x
2x
1x
3x 1x
1x
1x
3x
1x
63x 28x
29x
16x 14x
44x 3x 2x 6x 6x 4x
DRAWER A DRAWER B
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Bill of Materials
Tool
3x
Mini Curved Beam
8x
Lead ScrewRotating Support
2x
Lead ScrewExtender
4x
Half Beam
24x
Riser
20x
Snap-In Dump Bed
1x
Snap-In Scoop
1x
Motor Module
4x
Snap-In Blade
1x
Bearing Module
1x
Double Snap Block
4x
Single Snap Block
20x
60° Block
8x
30° Block
10x
Snap-In Spool
2x
Snap-In Cog
1x
Block
40x
Angle Sensor
1x
Bump Sensor
2x
Light Module
1x
IR Receiver Sensor
2x
ROK Star Sensor
1x
High Power IR Transmitter
2x
Sensor CableExtender
2x
Low Power IR Transmitter
1x
Light Sensor
1x
String Block
1x
Axle Block
7x
Trailer Hitch
6x
2-Way Brace
4x
Roadway Incline
8x
Girder
4x
Roadway Straight
4x
Roadway Entry
4x
Snap-In Seat
1x
Motor Cable
5x 2x
Maker ROK Bot
1x
Storage Case I
1x
ROK Star Control Pad
1x
Sensor Cable
8x
USB Cable
1x
Hinge Block
10x
Forklift Face Assembly
1x
Pulley
9x
Corbel
6x
Red ROK Ball
10x
Blue ROK Ball
10x
Gear Teeth
60x
String
1x
Rubber Band
2x
ROK Worker
1x
ROKduino
1x
Small Curved Beam
4x
Beam
20x
Lead Screw Nut
2x
Lead Screw Base
2x
Storage Case II
2x
Download the Kid Spark curriculum and view the professional learning modules at KidSparkEducation.org/CurriculumIMPORTANT:
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PATHWAYS INVENTORY & ORGANIZATION GUIDEENGINEERING
Motor CableExtender
Building the next generation of STEM leaders
Snap-In Wheel
8x
©2019 Kid Spark Education. All rights reserved. Kid Spark Education® & Rokenbok are registered trademarks of Kid Spark Education.
All Kid Spark products are designed for high quality, precision and safety. All Kid Spark machines are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of six months from the date of original purchase when used under normal operating conditions. For full warranty information visit KidSparkEducation.org
Product color may vary from images shown. For indoor use only. Made in China.
Kid Spark Education
233 A Street, Suite 800 San Diego, CA (USA) 92101Phone (858) 259-44331.888.476.5265
Email: [email protected]
Unpack, Organize & Store Use the following guide to correctly organize the Engineering Pathways Mobile STEM Lab.
TOP CASE
DRAWER BDRAWER A
1x
5x 2x
1x
2x
8x 2x
1x
1x
1x
1x1x
1x1x
2x
1x
1x
2x
1x
2x
1x
1x
2x2x 2x4x
2x1x2x 1x 10x10x
1x 3x
1x
20x 16x
20x
12x
12x
4x 8x 4x
40x
60x 4x4x 4x 4x
8x
10x
8x
10x9x 7x 6x 6x
4x 8x
2x
1x
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Building BasicsThe following tips will be helpful when using Kid Spark engineering materials.
Connecting/Separating ROK Blocks:
ROK Blocks use a friction-fit, pyramid and opening system to connect. Simply press pyramids into openings to connect. To separate blocks, pull apart.
Connecting/Disconnect Smaller Engineering Materials:
Smaller engineering materials use a tab and opening system to connect. Angle one tab into the opening, and then snap into place. To disconnect, insert key into the engineered slot and twist.
Snapping Across Openings:
Materials can be snapped directly into openings or across openings to provide structural support to a design. This will also allow certain designs to function correctly.
Attaching String:
In some instances, string may be needed in a design. Lay string across the opening and snap any component with tabs or pyramids into that opening. Be sure that the tabs are perpendicular to the string to create a tight fit.
2cm18cm
9 Openings
Measuring:
The outside dimensions of a basic connector block are 2 cm on each edge. This means the length, depth, and height are each 2 cm. To determine the size of a project or build in centimeters, simply count the number of openings and multiply by two. Repeat this process for length, depth, and height.
2cm
2cm
4cm 4cm
4cm