How can we design a sci fi creature that could sustain itself in an Earth-like biome?

Students will learn how animals adapt to their surroundings, with in depth curriculum at the high school level on genetics and how protein synthesis influences animal characteristics. Social-emotional support will be provided to help students contextualize their own neuro-diversity and genetic variances and how this shapes their family and personal narratives.

What are the bio-mechanics of making our animated creature's movements realistic?

Our OT and PT sessions will integrate curricula on the musculoskelatal system to teach students the biomechanics of how animals move. They will use this information to make sure the creatures they create are anatomically correct, while also making connections to their own motor coordination, postural support and joint protection goals. Curriculum from Pixar in a Box will be integrated to actually animate their creatures, and students will critique each other’s work for how realistically the creature’s movements are for the joint structures they have created. They will then revise their work accordingly. Students will make connections between this engineering curriculum and their own physio goals and objectives.

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