Scope & Sequence K
The Harvest Hauler Grade Level: Kindergarten | Career Pathway: Agriculture | Integrated STEM Application: Robotics and Control Technology
Unit Overview Unit Description: In a world with a rapidly growing population, fresh produce is needed more than ever. A new challenge unfolds—how can we get farm-fresh food to communities in need? Enter the “Harvest Hauler,” an innovative, self-driving food truck that’s about to change the way we think about food distribution. In this exciting unit, learners take on the roles of agricultural engineers and robotics experts, designing and building a model food truck that travels from farm to community, bringing nourishment to food deserts. With every turn of the wheel and programmed stop, learners explore the cutting-edge world of robotics and control technology, all while making a real-world impact. Can they create a fleet of trucks that will drive the future of farming? The journey begins with “Harvest Hauler”!
Challenge: How can we program a self-driving delivery truck so that we can help a farmer get food to our community?
SmartLab Learning Framework Alignment:
Learning Objectives (Teacher-Facing)
Learning Objectives (Learner-Facing)
Domain
Enduring Understanding
Career Awareness
I can name different STEM jobs and explain what they do.
Participate in and explore the diverse roles and responsibilities of various STEM professionals.
STEM practices are used by professionals across today’s workforce and will be highly sought after in jobs of the future.
AI Literacy
Use AI tools in an ethical and responsible way.
I can use AI to help others.
AI systems are embedded into our everyday lives, and the growing use of AI makes it essential to understand associated ethics, benefits, and potential risks.
Computational Thinking
Create or follow a step-by- step process.
I can come up with the steps to solve a problem.
Decomposition, pattern recognition, and algorithmic thinking can be used to understand and solve problems.
Persistence
Use failures as opportunities to learn, grow, and improve.
I can learn and grow when something does not work.
When approached with a growth mindset, failures provide valuable insights and opportunities to expand understanding, which can be applied to solve real-world problems.
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