2nd grade Instructional Guide

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Extension

●​ Research & Presentation: Research a lesser-known inventor (especially local or from underrepresented groups)​ ●​ Create an Inventor Trading Card or Mini-Museum Exhibit ●​ Students write a “What If This Was Never Invented?” paragraph ●​ Try a STEM material change challenge : "How could you redesign your invention using only recyclable materials?" ●​ STEM Challenge: Test the strength or durability of different materials used in models (e.g., build a bridge from paper vs. craft sticks) ●​ Community Connections: Invite a local inventor or maker to class (in-person or virtual) ●​ History Connection: Create a timeline of inventions that changed their community or the world ●​ Host an Invention Convention with family or other classes invited ●​ Set up reflection stations where students give and receive feedback ●​ Create a class invention gallery (physical or digital) with student voice recordings explaining their model