Integrating Music and Arts into STEM curriculum with creative STEAM-focused experiences

Animatronic Puppets

Overview

Mechatronics

Theater Arts

Music Technology

Technology:

Pneumatic Systems Parts List
Adafruit Audio FX Player

Grades:

9-12, High School

Time:

2-4 class periods

Animatronic Puppets Summary

Animatronic Puppets is a STEAM integrated project designed for 9-12th grade high school students. This project is brings together Mechatronics, Theater Arts, and Music Technology.

In this project, will students design and build their own ‘jump scare’ style animatronic puppet, similar to haunted house exhibits. These puppets were presented to the school during the lunch periods, giving students, teachers, admin and support staff an opportunity to engage with the mechatronic class.

For Teachers:

  • Mechatronics: text
  • Theater Arts: text
  • Music Technology: text
  • Materials:  Glue, Tape, Scissors, Colorful Mounting Board (card stock or foam board)

 

For Students:

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