Time Machines Overview:

Need an invention that will wake you up in the morning in a civilized way? Or a machine that tells you when it’s play time, lunch time, game time or real time?

Check out this Scratch Cuckoo Clock

The Problem:

Sometimes it’s really hard to get out of bed! And when we do get roused from a good dream, we’re often in a foul mood.

The Mission:

What if we could build an alarm clock that could make you get up on time with a smile on your face?

It could tickle you, tell you a joke, play a fine tune, or squirt you with water!

This challenge incorporates interesting engineering and computer science concepts such as serial vs. parallel processing and computer execution time.

Super Powers You Will Acquire:

• Computer Programming Guru
• Master Cartoon and Graffiti Artist
• Electro-Mechanical Engineer
• Time Traveler

You’ll Need:

• Introduction (PPT)
  
• Lesson Plan (XLS)
  
• Software & Supplies (XLS)
  
• Order Supplies
• Scratch Timer Project
  
• Arduino Remote Control Site
  
• Arduino PPT Control (PPT)
  
• BIY Scratch Motor Controller Kit

Hall of Fame:

Check out Lucy’s Cuckoo Clock Video

Hall of Fame:

Check out the Time Machine Video by Lucas and James