Classroom Marketplace Project

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Product Design

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SubjectProduct Design

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Create a research/planning and design activity where students have to create a new product to sell. They will participate in a class market so it must be something they can make using typical school supplies such as pen & paper. hAVE WRITTEN PORTIONS SUCH AS WHAT IS IT? WHAT DOES IT DO? WHY SHOULD WE BUY IT ETC. This can take up to two lessons

This resource guides students through a project where they act as product designers to create and market a new product using everyday school supplies. The project is divided into phases that include market research, brainstorming product ideas, planning prototypes, and developing marketing strategies. Students will analyze needs within the classroom environment, identify target customers, and plan the materials and steps required to bring their product ideas to life. Additionally, components such as designing advertisements, crafting sales pitches, and reflecting on the product development process are included, encouraging creativity and critical thinking.