Arkansas Standards Mapping
Direct alignments to the Arkansas K-12 Science Standards (NGSS-based).
I. Arkansas K-12 Science: Engineering Design
| Grade / Code | Standard Description (Exact Quote) | Alignment to Toymaking |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 4 4-PS3-4 |
"Apply scientific ideas to design, test, and refine a device that converts energy from one form to another." | Direct iterative testing: refining the toy's motion by adjusting the mechanical linkage points. |
| Middle School MS-ETS1-3 |
"Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions." | Comparing different cam shapes (Level 5) to see which creates the most lifelike stride. |