Science·Scientific Inquiry·procedural
Comparing Design Solutions
Analyse data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of each design
Suggested ages 5–8
Learning journey
Your child is learning to be a young scientist — asking questions, making careful observations, recording what they see in simple charts and drawings, and testing ideas to find answers.
Evidence of understanding
- Test two designs that address the same problem and collect data on their performance
- Compare the results, identifying strengths and weaknesses of each design
- Use data as evidence to recommend which design works better and suggest improvements
Assessment prompt
If Comparing Design Solutions tests two different paper aeroplane designs, can they compare the results and explain which one flew better and why?
Standards alignment
K-2-ETS1-3US · ngss-k5
K-2-ETS1-3
Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) K-5