In fourth-grade science, students are studying the use of simple machines. The teacher notices students are having difficulty relating the concept to real-life implementation of simple machines. What is one way the teacher could create science learning that relate to children's experience?
A) Have students work with a partner to draw all of the simple machines studied.
B) Provide students written scenarios about simple machines and have children discuss them.
C) Have children complete an Internet search at home or during free time about the importance of simple machines in contemporary life.
D) Provide students with examples of simple machines from their everyday environments—such as tools and kitchen gadgets—and have them explain and demonstrate which simple machine is represented by each one.
D
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What will be an ideal response?