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Tin Can Robots Invade the Classroom
Marissa Maglio-Kohler’s Grade 5 class at Riccardi Elementary School recently participated in an enrichment lesson in observance of Engineering Day. Students made tin can robots out of recycled materials and battery-powered motors. Using tools like screwdrivers, clamps, and wiring, students were able to connect wheels to the motors and make the robots move on their own. Each student designed and crafted their own robots, and had fun naming and racing them.
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