This week in science, our first graders became engineers as they explored the design process. They learned that solving problems means trying, testing, and improving their ideas.

Each student began by noticing a problem in the classroom. Two big ones were tangled headphones and pencils rolling off desks. After brainstorming, they used simple materials to design and build models that could help.

For tangled headphones, students created storage systems to keep cords neat. For rolling pencils, they made pencil parking spaces with playdough and pipe cleaners. Every student tested and redesigned their model to make it even better.

The best part was watching students discover that mistakes are not failures but chances to learn. Their creativity and perseverance showed that even small solutions can make a big difference.

We are so proud of our first graders for thinking like scientists and engineers!