Pen Pal Letters
Beginner
Lower Elementary School
Upper Elementary School
Middle School
Duration
2.0 Hours
Subject Areas
ELA, ESL, World Languages
Equipment
Laser Cutter/Engraver
Overview
Overview
Description: This project introduces students to laser cutting and engraving. Students transform a typed pen pal letter into a laser engraved pen pal letter.
Distance Learning: This project includes an in-person learning and distance learning option. The in-person learning option requires a laser cutter/engraver to complete.
Standards: This project aligns to Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, and Florida CPALMS Standards for kindergarten through eighth grade.
21st Century Skills: Communication
Learning Outcomes
Students will…
Write a clear and coherent pen pal letter.
Evaluate peer work and share feedback.
Revise and edit their pen pal letter.
Use and share makerspace equipment safely.