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Dear Parent, This year our class will be participating in a special kind of science fair * called the Invention Convention. It is designed to promote your child's problem-solving and creative-thinking skills. Your child will be following a step-by-step process to invent a new product or develop a new method for doing something.*As discussed with the class, your child will be able to choose whether they want to do an invention or a Science Fair project. Details about the Science Fair are coming soon.We began our preparation for the Invention Convention by having the students learn about inventors and their inventions. By doing so, we hope the students will gain an appreciation for the invention process and thus be better prepared to create their own inventions. The first step in the actual invention process will be finding an idea for an invention. Your child has been encouraged to find a problem that needs to be solved and list three ideas. Once turned in, I will meet with your child to determine which invention looks best.Once your child has settled on an idea and researched it to make sure that the idea has not been used before, an Invention Convention packet will be sent home and your child can then begin the planning stage. As your child begins the actual process of inventing, your continued interest and encouragement will be helpful. Discuss the progress he or she is making and any problems that are encountered. Remind your child that although inventors often experience failure along the way, they remain persistent and keep trying and thinking of new ideas to solve a problem. Once the invention has been completed, your child may apply for a patent by completing a Patent Application form available through your child’s teacher. The Invention Convention will be held on Friday, April 11th. Specific times will be sent out closer to the event.You are invited to attend the event. Each student's entry will be judged as will the student's knowledge of his or her invention. A Patent Certificate will be awarded to each participant. We know your child will enjoy and benefit from this experience in scientific problem solving. Although we want you to encourage to your child in this inventive effort, we ask you not to become overly involved in your child's project. Your support and cooperation are greatly appreciated. We hope to see you at the Invention Convention. ? Intent to Invent PlanOn a separate piece of paper, type or right out answers to the questions below. Be sure to give detailed answers and pay attention to how many points each part is worth.Describe the problem or improvement that inspired your invention (15 points)How do you intend on solving or improving your problem?(10 points)What topics did you research to make sure your invention is authentic? (10 points)What materials and steps do you plan on taking in making your prototype?(10 points)Who is your target audience?(5 points)Research and DevelopmentOn a separate piece of paper, type or right out answers to the questions below. Be sure to give detailed answers and pay attention to how many points each part is worth.Give a detailed description of your invention.(20 points)Describe and list the materials of your prototype.(10 points)What problems did you encounter?(15 points)Give a detailed “pitch”. Include what the problem is and how your product is the solution. This should convince me that I cannot live without your product.(30points)Finished Product Requirements/SuggestionsBe sure to make plans for displaying your invention at the Invention Convention on Friday, April 11th. Required:-an attractive display (Science Board)-create a promotion plan through posters or other eye-catching materials-display a prototype of your inventionSuggestions:-design packaging for your invention-create an advertisement for your inventionThe Invention Convention Judging FormName of Inventor_______________________Title of Invention_______________________Judge(Shark)__________________________ Circle the appropriate rating (5 being the highest)Does this invention identify and address a problem?54321How well has this inventor done research and provided evidence to show that no similar process or product exists?54321How knowledgeable and enthusiastic is the inventor about the invention?54321How well is this invention designed and/or constructed?54321How effectively has the inventor advertised and presented the invention?54321Has the inventor has provided required documentation for a patent?54321Total Points:_______Timeline3 Invention IdeasFebruary 10th Intent to Invent PlanFebruary 18th Research and Development April 8th Invention Convention April 11th Invention Convention RubricIdeas-15 pointsIntent to Invent Plan-50 pointsResearch and Development-75 pointsPrototype-20 pointsDisplay-30 pointsKnowledge of Product-20 pointsTotal=210 points?-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I have read the Invention Convention packet and have reviewed the due dates with my child. I understand that each fifth grade student will be completing an individual project at home. Parent Signature ______________________Student Name ________________________ ................
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