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Zig Zag Bopper
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In this activity, learners build a machine made of craft sticks to multiply the levering motion of their hands and create a device that bends and extends.
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Lever Cowboy
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In this activity, learners build a figure that moves and "comes to life" when they pull its string.
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Rubber Band Racer
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In this activity, learners construct speedy vehicles made out of paper plates and powered by twisted rubber bands.
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Chain Reaction II
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In this hands-on activity, learners use an assortment of (mainly household) items to complete Rube Goldberg-type challenges.
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Magnetic Seesaw
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In this activity, learners build a seesaw powered by magnets.
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Catapult
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In this activity, learners build mini catapults using paint paddles and a spoon. Use this activity to introduce learners to forces and projectile motion.
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Solve The Fall
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In this twist on a classic design challenge, learners will try to stop a bouncy ball from bouncing as they explore how to control the fall of an object.
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Homemade Rube Goldberg Machine
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In this fun and, at times, hilarious force and motion activity, learners will use household objects to build a crazy contraption and see how far they can get a tennis ball to move.
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Digger
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In this activity, learners build their own construction cranes using tongue depressors and pushpins.
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Weather Vane
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In this meteorology activity, learners build weather vanes using straws, paperclips, and cardstock.
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Hovercraft
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In this activity, learners build a hovercraft using a paper plate, cup, and simple motor.