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In this design challenge, learners will create wind-powered contraptions to transport a load, such as a cupcake or another small object, and test to see if they work.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 6 - adult 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners explore the engineering design process and the basic mechanics behind building bridges as they build one themselves using gumdrops and toothpicks.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 8 - adult 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners use recycled materials to build a bridge that holds as many potatoes as possible. They investigate weight, height, strength, and measurement as they seek design solutions.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 6 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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In this engineering/design/arts and crafts activity, learners design and build "platforms" or "bridges" that can hold weight, and test which glue makes the strongest structure.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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No glue is needed for learners of any age to become marshmallow architects or engineers.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 4 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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Build a house you can fit inside, using cardboard tubes.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 6 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners use design thinking to design and build their own bridge out of household materials including adhesives and/or connectors.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 18 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners design and build their own parachute using household materials with the goal of landing their passenger safely on a target.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 4 - adult 10 to 30 minutes
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This activity is a hit for family events and all ages—some will finish in 45 minutes; others can go on for hours.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 6 - 14 45 to 60 minutes