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A3: Wire Frames

Lesson Objective: Students practice wire bending and connections using Nebuta style of lantern making. Students work towards a whole class installation using a single garden variable.
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Previous Knowledge Required

Before introducing this lesson, consider completing all lessons with lower numbers in this content area and the following lessons outside of this content area:
  • S4: ​Identifying Measurable Variables
  • C2: Networking Using the Radio with Garden Data

Resources

Educator Guide
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Student Worksheet
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Video: Cutting String Shortcut
Video: I-Joint Instructions
Video: L-Joint Instructions
Video: X-Joint Instructions
Video: Sample Lantern Instructions

Companion lessons

These lessons can be taught in combination with this lesson. 
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