South Dakota Standards Mapping
Direct alignments to the South Dakota Science Standards (NGSS-based).
I. SD 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." | Converting manual pull/push energy into mechanical character action through refining linkage clearance. |
| Middle School MS-ETS1-4 |
"Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object such that an optimal design can be achieved." | Using Level 5 Cam builds to demonstrate iterative mechanical timing and optimization. |