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 * You will be assigned a partner to work with you on this assignment.
 * Partners will collaborate in completing their assignment.
 * Each student will have a task to complete.
 * Write a detailed description of your invention. Be sure to include the purpose of your invention of your and the processes creating the invention.

1. Brainstorm a list of ideas/problems that you would like to see solved or things that could be done more effectively. You may get your ideas from looking around the classroom, your house, or outside. You could also interview family and friends.

2. Select one main idea for invention.

3. Plan and design your invention. When planning, think about each step and problems that might occur and how you would solve the problem.

4. Write a detailed description of your invention. Be sure to include the purpose of your invention and the processes of making or creating the invention.

5. Draw detailed picture/diagram of the final project.

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=Examples of other inventions that changed the way we work and live. Explore the changes and refinements of these inventions.=

1. **Sewing machine**: Originally was mechanical rather than electric and had to be operated by a foot pedal

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2. **Phonograph**: Which evolved into the CD player

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