Panels description
1. The Problem
Students notice plastic waste at school.
2. Why It Matters
Show overflowing bins. Student says “This is getting worse.”
3. Enter the Guide
Design thinking introduced.
4. What Is Design Thinking
Guide briefly explains it is a step by step problem solving method.
5. Empathize
Students interview classmates and staff.
6. What We Learned
Students summarize insights. “People forget reusable bottles.”
7. Define
Write a clear problem statement.
“How might we reduce single use plastic bottles at school?”
8. Ideate
Brainstorm wild ideas.
9. Narrow It Down
Vote on best ideas.
10. Choose a Direction
Water bottle refill station concept chosen.
11. Prototype
Sketch design or build small cardboard model.
12. First Test
Students try it. Something does not work.
13. Feedback
Users give suggestions.
14. Improve
They modify design based on feedback.
15. Final Version
Working refill station installed.
16. Reflection
Students explain what they learned about iteration.