In this hands on activity students will explore the advantages and disadvantages of specialization and interdependence through their creation of paper bugs.
Students will be able to define and give examples of specialization and interdependence, as well as identify advantages and disadvantages of specialization and interdependence.
Introduction
(5 minutes)
Explain to the students that in this activity they will be learning about how manufacturers work together to create multiple products.
Explain the they will be working together in groups to make the best bugs they can in a set amount of time.