We recently did a very interesting experiment called Ahoy Matey!
The experiment allowed us to use our Math skills to help us be scientists.
Scenario: You are a shipwrecked pirate who has just found some treasure on a deserted island! In order to get off the island with all of the treasure, you will need to make a boat that can carry it all. Too bad you made your master ship builder walk the plank! Now you’re on your own. Argh!
Purpose: Your goal is to create a boat that will hold the most weight possible WITHOUT taking on water.
Materials allowed / “guidelines”:
30 cm of tape - maximum. Clear or masking tape.
30cm by 30 cm wax paper
30cm by 30 cm aluminum foil
4 popsicle sticks
4 straws
All materials must be recycled - had a previous use.
You will build this in class independently of with a partner.
Are you interested in finding out what happened?
Stay tuned for more information :)
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