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Book 26, Question 127 · Video

How do you brainstorm lots of ideas?

Video · 1:45 · Crafty Clover explains, from A Million Whys Book 26

Brainstorming means coming up with many ideas fast without judging them. Set a timer for five minutes and write or draw as many ways to solve your problem as you can. Silly ideas are welcome because they can spark good ones. Build on a friend's idea by saying "yes, and." Afterward, pick the best ideas and think about how to test them.

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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 brainstorm lots of ideas?

The Big Idea

Ready, set, think! Brainstorming means coming up with lots of ideas fast. Let's learn how.

No Judging

Step one: No Judging. Brainstorming means coming up with many ideas fast without judging them. Every idea gets written down.

Timer

Step two: Timer. Set a timer for five minutes and write or draw as many ways to solve your problem as you can. Silly ideas are welcome because they can spark good ones.

Yes, And

Step three: Yes, And. Build on a friend's idea by saying yes, and. Afterward, pick the best ideas and think about how to test them.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! Set a timer. Welcome silly ideas. Build on others. Choose the best.

Quick Facts

Quick facts! More ideas usually lead to better ideas. Silly is welcome. Don't judge yet. Brainstorm with friends.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, think like a scientist! Set a five-minute timer. List as many uses for a paper cup as you can. Don't judge any idea. Count your list when the timer ends. Circle your three favorites.

Outro

Brainstorming means coming up with many ideas fast without judging them. Set a timer, welcome silly ideas, build on friends' ideas with yes, and, then pick the best to test. The more ideas you have, the better your chances. Science is amazing! Keep wondering and keep exploring! Share what you learned with someone at home, and see what they think! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!

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