The Cardboard Automaton Workshop: A Fusion of Creative Energy, Science, Engineering, and Technology Principles

By Jessica S. Choi

Today, there is a critical need for more scientists and engineers, and the initiative of the Cardboard Automaton Workshop and this curriculum is to provide science-, engineering-, and technology-related activities to excite students of all ages to pursue careers in these areas. Created in 2009 and presented to over 1,500 educators and students, this workshop is a great introduction to simple machines and their mechanics. It aims to inspire both youth and adults of all ages to discover the exciting aspects of the sciences, as well as use their imagination and creativity. All in all, it is a unique fusion of creative energy and science, engineering, and technology principles.This workshop is designed to accommodate a wide range of ages, from the first grader to the high school student and beyond. For the elementary school student, this workshop is a great introduction into the fun world of science, engineering, and technology and its basic underlying concepts. For the junior high to high school student, it is an opportunity for them to really build on these concepts and see them in physical action.The Cardboard Automaton Workshop utilizes shoe boxes that would otherwise be thrown away and common household items, making the activities low cost and environmentally friendly-perfect for underprivileged and individual groups and organizations.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1533686033
• ISBN13: 9781533686039
• Release Date: June 2016
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.1" x 8.5"