Slush Rush

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In this online game, learners run an outer space drink stand and thirsty alien customers are on the way. Learners can see the likes and dislikes of the approaching customers and mix their drink appropriately to make a profit. The game gets more challenging as different customers can sometimes have conflicting tastes. This is an excellent model for business and economics. When learners set up a free account at Kinetic City, they can answer bonus questions at the end of the activity as a quick assessment. As a larger assessment, learners can complete the Bug Blaster game after they've completed several activities.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
free per student
Age Range:
Ages 8 - 11
Resource Types:
Activity, Game, Model
Language:
English

Materials List (per student)

  • computer with online access
  • mouse

Keywords

Subjects

  • Mathematics
  • The Nature of Technology
    • The Design Process
      • Problem Solving
  • The Nature of Science
    • The Scientific Process
      • Gathering Data

Informal Categories

  • Financial Literacy
  • Games

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • read
  • use mouse
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Components that are part of this resource:

Includes assesments for student learning:

This resource is part of:

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

  • American Association for the Advancement of Science

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, American Association for the Advancement of Science, 2009

Funding Source:

  • National Science Foundation