Downhill Derby Lesson Plan
A comprehensive lesson plan for the Downhill Derby Design engineering challenge, including objectives, prep, and a timed instructional sequence.
Downhill Derby Slide Deck
A vibrant and instructional slide deck for the Downhill Derby Design challenge, covering engineering goals, gravity, friction, and the mission steps.
Downhill Derby Warm Up
A quick warm-up activity for students to brainstorm what makes things move fast or slow down a slope.
Downhill Derby Activity Guide
A visual step-by-step guide for the Downhill Derby engineering mission, outlining steps from brainstorming to testing and improvement.
Downhill Derby Worksheet
A design worksheet for students to sketch their bobsled or ski course and vehicle, and reflect on their testing and improvement process.
Downhill Derby Cool Down
A reflection activity for students to summarize their learning and key observations from the engineering challenge.
Downhill Derby Answer Key
An answer key and teacher's guide for the Downhill Derby challenge, providing guidance on assessing student work and facilitating discussions.