Saving Salila’s TurtleEngineering is Elementary

Erin Springstead & Lauren Anderskow

Story Content• Salila finds a turtle or kachua that is

living in a dirty river.• She desires to save this turtle and

clean it’s habitat.• She wants to design a filter to clean

the river.

“Try It”

Materials

Results

Was this activity effective?

• Yes, shows the design process

• Allows for comparison and conclusion.

• Using household supplies to better the environment.

Was it effective?• No- difficult for a child

• Conclusions varied based on situation

• More clarity in directions (cleaning, etc)

Modifications• Supplies cut and

ready

• Don’t make filter stationary

• Needed a bigger hole