Kinetic Sculpture Derby Class at Neighborhood Bike Works: Learning the Tools!
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Kinetic Sculpture Derby Class at Neighborhood Bike Works: Learning the Tools!


Students learn about motion by building simple machine mobiles out of cardboard and rubber bands (and markers for flair!).
Bevan teaches the hand drill...
...while Lili instructs on the drill press (Safety goggles down!).
Students learning about non-verbal communication and building teamwork!
Sorting Skittles by color without words or sight! Challenging!
Classroom time!
Visit Neighborhood Bike Works at:  www.neighborhoodbikeworks.org




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