In this design challenge, students will review a variety of mathematical equations and concepts. The students will then be presented with the following problem: The Jeffersons, a retired couple, are thinking about purchasing 2 horses, 5 chickens, and 3 pigs for their farm. They have already begun the process of purchasing the animals; however, they don’t want to go any further without securing a construction company to build their dream barn. Today, you will put on your engineering hat to design and create the initial design for the Jeffersons’ dream barn. They are looking for a group that can give them the best value. The Jeffersons’ dream barn should include shapes and angles that create a unique design and a large enough area and perimeter for livestock animals and should be strong enough to survive a windstorm.
Current Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
Current Science TEKS covered in this design challenge
Grade 3 TEKS 3.10A
Grade 4 TEKS 4.10A
Grade 5 TEKS 5.10A
Current Math TEKS covered in this design challenge
Grade 3 TEKS 3.1A, 3.1B, 3.1C, 3.1D, 3.2D, 3.3C, 3.4C, 3.4G, 3.4K, 3.6C, 3.7B, 3.9C
Grade 4 TEKS 4.1A, 4.1B, 4.1C, 4.1D, 4.4A, 4.4D, 4.5A, 4.5C, 4.5D, 4.6A, 4.6C, 4.8C
Grade 5 TEKS 5.1A, 5.1B, 5.1C, 5.2B, 5.4G, 5.4H, 5.6B
Current Music TEKS covered in this design challenge
Grade 1 TEKS: 1.2 A, 1.3A, 1.4A
Grade 2 TEKS: 2.2B, 2.3A, 2.3C
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills to be Implemented in 2024-2025
2021 Science TEKS covered in this design challenge
Grade 3 TEKS 3.1B, 3.1D, 3.1G, 3.2D, 3.3A, 3.3B, 3.3C, 3.4A
Grade 4 TEKS 4.1B, 4.1D, 4.1G, 4.2D, 4.3B, 4.4A
Grade 5 TEKS 5.1B, 5.1D, 5.1G, 5.2D, 5.3B, 5.4A