The National Association for Amateur Radio has a Girl Scout patch program. Girl Scouts can learn fundamentals of radio communication and wireless technology and take action in their communities to apply communications to connect people, provide safety, and explore related careers. Learn the fundamentals of wireless communication Explore radio science through hands-on learning with Amateur Radio…
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Robotics 1: Programming Robots
To understand more about how robots work, explore the parts and systems that make up a robot, and then learn about different ways to control a robot, including computer programming. Learn about robots Build a robot part: robot arm Learn how robot systems work together Learn about programming Write a program for a robot When…
Robotics 2: Designing Robots
Build a prototype of a new kind of robot that helps or replaces people who work in difficult or dangerous situations. Decide on a challenge, brainstorm solutions, plan, build a prototype, and test it to see how well it meets the challenge. Pick a challenge Explore possible solutions Plan your prototype Build a prototype Get…
Robotics 3: Showcasing Robots
After engineers build their robots, they show them to others and enter them into challenges and competitions. Now that you’ve built your robot prototype, it’s time to share your design with others. Create a presentation about your robot Present your robot pitch to others for feedback Hold a mini robotic scompetition Explore robotics opportunities in…
Room Makeover
Combine color, texture, glue, and paint to develop some serious DIY flair! Look around for a room that inspires you (a bedroom, study nook, corner of a family room) and use this badge to discover the design concepts and fix-it tactics needed to turn a simple space into a creative statement. 1. Gather ideas and…