Book 26, Question 127 · Video
How do you brainstorm lots of ideas?
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!