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The Cotton Candy iBlock

iBlocks Project Based Learning Objective:

Learning opportunities are everywhere, even inside your candy jar! In the Cotton Candy PBL iBlock, students will research the history of sugar, its molecular structure, and even candy making machinery before trying their hand at making their own sweets, including cotton candy! Students will then expand their product lineup by creating or perfecting a treat to showcase at their very own Candy & Sweets Expo. If desired, computer-aided design (CAD) can also be used to make candy molds and/or displays. Graphical software can be used for packaging products as well. This is a great opportunity for students to explore important science, physics, and historical concepts in the Cotton Candy PBL iBlock.
  • Grade Band: 6-8
  • Primary Focus: Science, STEM
  • Secondary Focus: Social Studies
  • Additional Foci: Advanced Literacy, Transferable Skills, Social-Emotional Learning
  • Suggested Product Category: 3D Modeling (incl. 3D printers, laser & craft cutters), Mobile App Development
  • Teq Product Alignment: 3Doodler, ClassVR, Cricut, Formlabs, Makerbot, Ultimaker, xTool
  • Academic Alignment: STEM, Science, Social Studies, Engineering, Art & Design
  • CTE Alignment: Hospitality, Events, and Tourism, Arts, Entertainment, and Design
Here is a sample content standard for this iBlock:
Solids may be formed from molecules, or they may be extended structures with repeating subunits (e.g., crystals). (NGSS: MS-PS1-1)