Lesson Plan
Innovation Stations Lesson Plan
Engage Grades 5-6 students in collaborative problem-solving activities to enhance creative and critical thinking skills.
This workshop encourages teamwork and innovation by challenging students with real-world problems, preparing them for future academic and personal success.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Pre-Class Setup
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
10 minutes
Step 2
Station-Based Problem Solving
50-70 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion & Reflection
15-20 minutes
Slide Deck
Innovation Stations: Problem-Solving Workshops
What is Innovation?
How Do We Solve Problems?
Station Instructions
Group Discussion & Reflection
Thank You for Innovating!
Activity
Lesson Plan
Innovation Stations Lesson Plan - Session 1
Introduce innovation and problem-solving while highlighting creativity and teamwork through interactive activities.
This session builds a foundation for creative problem-solving by engaging students in an interactive warm-up and station-based activity, fostering essential teamwork and innovative thinking skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
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Session 1 Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
10 minutes
Step 2
Station-Based Activity: Community Improvement Challenge
20 minutes
Lesson Plan
Innovation Stations Lesson Plan - Session 2
Deepen understanding of creative problem-solving by tackling environmental and school improvement challenges.
Session 2 builds on the foundational skills by engaging students in additional station-based activities, fostering teamwork and innovative thinking to address real-world issues.
Audience
Time
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Materials
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Session 2 Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Review & Transition
5 minutes
Step 2
Station-Based Activities
20 minutes
Step 3
Group Reflection
5 minutes
