Engage students in exploring how the sun’s heat and light support life on Earth and the challenges this poses during hot summer months. In this relatable engineering lesson, learners study material properties and how they affect temperature and safety, especially in outdoor environments like playgrounds. Students are then challenged to design and build a playground model that remains safe and cool in the sun’s rays. Through creative problem-solving and testing, they discover how thoughtful material choices and design innovations can make outdoor spaces safer and more fun for everyone.
Student workReal student work from Summer PlaygroundsWhat’s includedA quick tour of the full Digital LessonWhat’s includedShows the full Digital Lesson. The Mini Lesson has the same core pages, shorter.
