The project "An Affectionate Idea" aims to respond to children's desire to have an affectionate and sweet puppy pet by introducing an innovative element. To this end, a mechanical snail has been conceived, which, besides being adorable, aims to provide skin benefits through its hypothetical slime if it were real.

To engage students in a practical and educational experience, it was chosen to follow the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) pathway. Initially, students designed the snail in their notebooks, developing a 3D base that could accommodate a battery-powered vibrating motor. Subsequently, they shaped the body and shell using colored strips of paper personalized with writings.

Despite the initial satisfaction with the achieved result, students soon recognized that the mechanical snails lacked coherent direction in their movements. This awareness underscored the importance of programming within the project context. Through programming, students could provide specific instructions to the snail to move in precise directions, transforming it from a simple mechanical construction into a true interactive pet.

In conclusion, the "An Affectionate Idea" project not only satisfies children's desire for a pet but also engages them in an educational journey encompassing science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. This has enabled them to acquire fundamental skills such as design, construction, and programming.