Invention+Convention


 * What is an Invention Convention? **

The Invention Convention is an event similar to the Science Fair. The student displays are done the same as they were at Science Fair last year. The difference is the projects! For the Invention Convention students are asked to “invent” or “create” a new product!!!


 * How on earth will we think of something new to invent? **

Don’t panic! The students are amazingly creative!!!!!! All students will attend a presentation where they will learn about inventors of all ages and how to think like an inventor!! They will see many examples of **student** inventions.


 * What should a parent do if they are interested in having their child participate, but don’t quite understand the event? **

You are invited to attend any of the daytime student presentations listed on the back of this sheet to learn more about it. You will hear exactly what the students are hearing about how to participate. If you are unable to attend any of the student presentations or have any questions, you may call Heather Geldnich at 691-2100, option 1, ext. 3154!


 * What should my child do to participate? **

Students should begin by returning the registration form that they will receive during presentation week. Then, just like the Science Fair, students will create their inventions at home. They are welcome to work with a partner and parent help is also welcome!


 * What do we do with the invention once we’ve finished it? **

Keep your invention at home until the day of our big event!! Bring it to school that morning and set-up your display for everyone attending the Convention to see!!!! Family viewing time will take place from 4:30-5:30. Students should go home after school and return at 4:30pm with an adult. Examples: (Please do not use these)  **Bette Nesmith Graham-** invented Liquid Paper (White Out). She was a single mother and never went to college. Problem: typing as a secretary made errors. 40 million dollar corporation. **Ruth Handler-** invented Barbie. She named it after her daughter Barbara. Problem: daughter played with paper dolls- she wanted a 3-D doll. In 10 years she sold 500 million dollars worth of Barbie products. **Chester Greenwood-** invented ear muffs. He was 15 years old. Problem: he had cold ears and his scarf itched and wouldn't stay in place. He bent wire and made loops. He then added wool and fur. media type="youtube" key="dvzRjJbkjo8?fs=1" height="385" width="640" align="center"