Book 26, Question 126 · Video
How do you pick the best idea to build first?
After a brainstorm, you will have many ideas, and you cannot build them all. Ask three questions of each one. Would it really fix the problem? Can I make a test version with things I have? Is it safe? Give each idea a score from 1 to 3 on each question and add them up. Build the idea with the top score. If it does not work, try the next one.
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What Crafty Clover says in this video
Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. How do you pick the best idea to build first?
The Big Idea
You brainstormed lots of ideas! But you can't build them all. How do you pick the best one first?
Three Questions
Step one: Three Questions. After a brainstorm, ask three questions of each idea. Would it really fix the problem, can I make a test version with things I have, and is it safe?
Scoring
Step two: Scoring. Give each idea a score from 1 to 3 on each question. Then add up the scores.
Build It
Step three: Build It. Build the idea with the top score. If it doesn't work, try the next one on your list.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Does it solve it? Can you make it? Is it safe? Add the points.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! Many inventors build the simplest idea first, because they learn the most from it. Try the next idea. Safety always counts. Keep your list.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Write three ideas for fixing a messy backpack. Score each one using the three questions. Add up the points. Which one wins? Try building the winner!
Outro
To pick the best idea to build first, ask whether it fixes the problem, whether you can make a test version, and whether it's safe. Score each idea and build the top one. If it fails, try the next! Science is amazing! What will you discover next? Every question is a new adventure, so keep wondering and keep exploring with me! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!