First we looked at the string to see what we could do to make an item slide across the string. Then we saw that the paper clip could be unfolded or use as a hanger to slide it across the string. So then we taped the gummy bear to the paper clip and tested it out. Our final solution was that with the gummy bear it added weight to the paper clip and with a small push it made it easier for the paper clip to slide across the string. Brainstorming is helpful when solving a problem because it helps us get better ideas or improve our design. Testing improved our design when we tested our first design it didn't work at all and when we were brainstorming looking at the string we saw what we needed to add and it made our design better. Some important characteristics of a successful team would be communication, teamwork, no one left behind, and collaboration of ideas.
Team members- Karen G, Kimberly C, Sanjuana, Yaricxa C, and Loritza C.