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Jess has a problem that she needs your help to solve. She needs you to IMAGINE a solution to her problem of an itchy back. She needs you to PLAN with a partner a back scratcher to reach the hard places on her back. You need to draw your PLAN, label the parts, and list the materials you will need. You might want to include the objects Jess suggested or list your own ideas for materials from the class. 1. Tap 2. Take a photo of your plan. 3. Tap and record what you and your partner will do to make your back scratcher. Tell why you think your back scratcher will solve her itchy back.