Egg Mobile S3CS3. Students will use tools and instruments for observing, measuring, and manipulating objects in scientific activities utilizing safe laboratory procedures.

Assignment Guidelines Study crash settings

Create a vehicle with provided materialsPlace an egg inside the vehicleMake sure the egg stays safe down the ramp

Students will be asked to create sketches to turn in and a reflection paperThis assignment will be graded based on the effort put into the design in addition to the safety of the egg

RequiredRequired MaterialThe vehicle must include:• 4 wheels, axles, and platform• The egg must see over the edge• Egg must be removable within 5

seconds

ExampleAbove is an example of a vehicle made. The egg made it safely down the ramp.

Materials Provided• Each student will receive a platform, a straw, axels,

and 4 wheels• It is then up to the students to be creative and use

any materials provided including: • Egg cartons• Foam• Pipe cleaners• Cotton balls • Glue

OutcomesIt is expected the eggs successfully make it down the ramp in one piece, unharmed. If you do not succeed the first time, modify and try again.

Instructions &Materials To Turn In

Instructions:• Place the axels on the platform• Attach the wheels to the axels• Look up information on safety guidelines, a good resource

would be car vehicles safetyTurn in:• A sketch of original idea• A reflection paper

• What was the outcome? • What did you think the outcome would be?• Why did you chose the materials you did?• Would you do it differently?• What did you learn?