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Introduction to the Engineering Design Process

Explore the steps of the engineering design process with this engaging worksheet for 3rd graders.

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Introduction to the Engineering Design Process

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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions to complete the worksheet. This worksheet will help you understand the steps engineers use to solve problems!

1. The first step in the Engineering Design Process is to Ask: What is the  ?

2. After you have a plan, you will   your design.

3. Engineers often   and improve their designs.

1. Which step comes after 'Imagine' in the Engineering Design Process?

a

Ask

b

Plan

c

Improve

d

Create

2. What is the main goal of the Engineering Design Process?

a

To draw pictures

b

To solve problems

c

To play games

d

To read books

Number the steps of the Engineering Design Process in the correct order (1-5):

Imagine (Brainstorm solutions)

Ask (Identify the problem)

Improve (Make it better)

Create (Build a solution)

Plan (Draw a design)

1. Think of a problem you have at home or at school. What could you design to solve it?

2. Why is it important to 'Improve' your design?