K’NEX Science OCN Level 1
Learners will build ten models from the K’NEX construction kit to help them to better understand the science of everyday life, including forces, motion and sources of energy.
The learner will complete ten working K’NEX models from instruction cards. Each model will demonstrate a different aspect of forces, energy and motion (eg weighing scales, wheelbarrow, steering wheel, battery powered car, rubber band-powered car, windmill, waterwheel, food mixer, exercise bicycle, block and tackle).
Learners will acquire the following knowledge, understanding and skills:
1. Understanding of K’NEX construction kit.
2. Ability to work from instruction cards.
3. Understanding of forces.
4. Understanding of motion.
5. Understanding of sources of energy.