Shen Inventors 2009

Encourage your child to participate in this extra-curricular enrichment program by having your child be a problem-solver in your home! Read how to be a Shen Inventor.

For Grades K-5 only: Your child may dictate his/her ideas for the display board for you to type or write, depending on their age and abilities. You must transcribe your child's actual words and you should not paraphrase.

Inventor's Rules

• You can invent and submit a practical invention and/or a fantasy invention
• A group of students can work on one invention
• More than one invention can be submitted by each Inventor/Group of Inventors
• Computer generated diagrams and descriptions are acceptable
• You can improve on a previously patented invention
• Originality is heavily weighted in the judging
• Submit your invention(s) to the Invention Convention for statewide recognition!
• The inventions are judged based on the criteria listed on the judging form

Each invention must have a display poster. A model is not necessary, unless you want to be videotaped for the possibility of an appearance on television. The best inventions are made with whatever materials and parts you want to use. The model should be sturdy. You do not have to purchase special materials to be a Shen Inventor!

Drop off your invention for display on Saturday, February 9, 2008 between 8 and 8:30 a.m.. Pickup time is 4 p.m.

If you need any assistance during the invention process, please contact Okte's representative, Steve Duclos at 373-0313

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