Eco-Base — The Evidence-Based Designer (Grade 6 Discovery Lab)

A free Grade 6 Project-Based Learning Discovery Lab

Eco-Base introduces learners to the PPL Learning Lab approach — where students observe real-world challenges, explore evidence, design solutions, and build understanding through meaningful projects.

In this Learning Lab, learners investigate sustainable design and create evidence-based solutions while developing skills in research, planning, problem-solving, communication, and reflection.

What learners do:

• Investigate a real-world design challenge

• Explore sustainability and evidence-based decision-making

• Plan and develop their own ideas

• Create and explain a final design solution

• Reflect on their learning journey

Included:

✓ Interactive online Learning Lab

✓ Student Workbook PDF

✓ Parent Overview Guide

✓ Materials Checklist

✓ Facilitator Guide

✓ Project Rubric

Designed for:

• Homeschool families

• Parents supporting independent learning

• Tutors

• Aftercare and learning centres

• Schools seeking project-based enrichment

Primary Project Labs creates structured Project-Based Learning Designs for Grades 4–7.

Observe. Explore. Build.