Go Fish - Engineering Prosthetic Tails - Cooperative Extension: 4-H - University of Maine Cooperative Extension

Go Fish – Engineering Prosthetic Tails

Youth will learn about important factors to keep in mind when designing prosthetic devices as they engineer a model leg for an elephant and a model beak for an eagle. They will then learn the story of Winter, a dolphin with a prosthetic tail. This will help set the context for their final design challenge, designing a model prosthetic device for a fish. Finally, youth will have a chance to develop the characteristics of their fish and make an exhibit for visitors.

Notice: This toolkit is large and heavy.

If you have questions about these resources, please contact the 4-H Science Team at 4-HScience@maine.edu or 207.581-3877.