Make It Awesome!

On Networks. Make It Awesome! 2009. Via http://www.onnetworks.com/videos/make-it-awesome

Plot

This is (hopefully) a series of do-it-yourself videos aimed at older kids. The first two episodes show a boy, a girl, and an adult man completing a simple project which they then add on to. That's how they make it awesome. In the first video the trio makes big blocks of ice. They talk about the properties of ice. For example, ice is less dense than water. Then they use the big blocks of ice to make a remote control boat and a soda holder. In the second video, the group builds periscopes out of mirrors, duct tape, and cardboard. Then they make their periscopes awesome by adding camouflage and flashlights.

Critical Evaluation

These videos are short and fun. The scenes are shot indoors and outdoors which adds variety and interest. The projects are clearly demonstrated while thorough explanations are given. The cast makes jokes and plays around with their projects in ways that inspire creativity.

Annotations

Video clips of kids and a supervising adult making projects at home inspire creativity.

Author

On Networks Make It Awesome.

Genre

Video – do it yourself

Curriculum Ties

Science – properties of water, reflective properties of mirrors

Booktalk Ideas

None.

Viewing Level/Interest Age

Grade 3 to 6 (age 8 to 12).

Challenge Issues and Defense

None.

Why is it here?

I hope this series will be expanded in the future.