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  • Launchpad - Introducing the topic (10–20 mins)

    Step 1

    Start by discussing the concept of safety in vehicles. Show pictures or videos of different safety features in cars, such as seatbelts, airbags, and crumple zones. Ask the child what they think makes a car safe.

    Step 2

    Brainstorm together about what a futuristic car with additional safety features might look like. Encourage the child to think creatively and suggest their own ideas for improving safety in cars.

  • Discover - Exploring the topic (20–30 mins)

    Step 1

    Gather the materials listed and set them out on a table or work area. Guide the child to sketch a rough design of their futuristic car on paper. Discuss which materials might work best for different parts of the car.

    Step 2

    Help the child begin constructing their car model based on their design. Assist with cutting and folding cardboard, shaping pipe cleaners, and attaching parts with glue or tape. Encourage them to incorporate safety features into their design, such as a strong frame or special seat for crash protection.

    Step 3

    Once the basic structure is complete, encourage the child to add details and decorations to their car. They can use markers, stickers, or other craft materials to personalize their design and make it visually appealing.

    Step 4

    After completing the model car, discuss with the child the safety features they incorporated and why they chose them. Ask questions like:

    • “What safety features did you add to your car?”
    • “Why did you decide to include those features?”
    • “How do you think these features would help keep people safe?”
    Step 5

    Conclude by talking about how engineers and designers work to make real cars safer. Discuss how new technologies, like self-driving cars, might change cars in the future and improve safety even more.

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– Sharing the outcomes (15+ mins)
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  • Make

    Create a game related to the activity, such as a trivia game or charades, to reinforce learning in a fun way.

    Record a video documenting the activity, including interviews with those involved sharing their insights and reflections. This may include filming each step of the flower-pressing process or the child explaining the parts of the flower that they have labelled on their flower-press diagram.

    Compile photos, drawings and notes from the activity into a scrapbook, highlighting what has been learned and enjoyed.

    Use materials from the activity to build a model or prototype of something related to the topic, fostering hands-on learning and creativity.

  • Discuss

    Invite the child to present their futuristic car design to family members or friends. They can explain the safety features they included and demonstrate how their model works. Encourage them to think about other ways vehicles could be made safer in the future, sparking further discussion and creativity.

    Choose a thought-provoking question or topic related to the activity and hold a family debate or discussion to explore different perspectives.

    Sit down together to discuss the activity, allowing each family member to share their thoughts, discoveries and questions.

    Have each family member prepare a short presentation about what they have learned, using visuals like drawings or props to illustrate key points.

  • Write

    If the activity involved a visit to a museum or community centre, write thank-you notes to any instructors or organisers, reflecting on what has been learned.

    Collaborate on writing a fictional story or play inspired by the themes or concepts explored during the activity.

    Reflect on what has been learned during the activity and write letters to be opened at a later date, sharing thoughts, goals and aspirations.

    If the activity involved outdoor exploration, begin a nature journal to document future outdoor adventures and observations.

  • Plan

    Brainstorm ideas for a follow-up activity or experiment inspired by what has been learned during the initial activity.

    Take time to reflect on how the activity could inspire new goals, discussing ways to incorporate similar experiences into your routine in the future.

    If the activity involved a specific topic or field of study, reach out to experts or professionals for interviews or Q&A sessions to deepen understanding.

    If you enjoyed the activity, why not share it with other families within your community? Plan a workshop or invite a friend over to re-create the experience and share your new knowledge.

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