By using the roll-a-challenge dice from Destination Imagination, you will be able to create more than 200 different Instant Challenge combinations. Just round up the supplies listed on the “Use” die, cut and glue or tape all three dice and you’re ready to get started!
Spark your thinking!
1. Set up your STEAM mini spark recording page: #23: STEAM CHALLENGE: Roll-a-Challenge
2. For this mini spark you will print and cut out 3 cubes that you will use to find your STEAM challenges. Record this information on your recording page.
- The first cube you roll will be what you USE. You can use other items also, but you must use the item on the cube in your build.
- the second cube you roll will be what you MAKE
- the third cube you roll is THAT WILL-The object must serve this purpose.
3. Print your roll-a-challenge page on cardstock. Ask your teacher to help you with this step.
4. Cut out and create your cube. Press each of the creases really well so that your cube folds easily. Tape or glue your cubes.
5. Decide which of the main materials you have. If you need to replace an item with something else, you can mark that on your cube.
Materials: Plastic cups, plastic bags, paper plates, popsicle sticks, rubber bands, cardboard
6. Gather other recycled building materials.
Tape, glue, note cards, string, construction paper…and so on.
7. Roll your 1 cube, 2nd cube and 3rd cube. Record your challenge on your recording page or take a picture of the cubes and add the picture to your recording page.
8. On your recording page, sketch an idea of what you will make.
9. Take a picture of the items you will use and add it to your recording page.
10. Decide if you want to set a timer for 10 minutes (optional). Start your build. Take a few pictures of your progress.
11. Take a picture of you final project at add it to your recording sheet. Write about what you did well on this challenge and where you can improve.
12. Share your STEAM mini spark recording page with your teacher/EY coordinator.