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This simple construction activity teaches the importance of architectural structure. Learners build and test designs for a paper "doghouse" strong enough to hold the weight of a jumbo dog biscuit.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 11 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners create a colorful bookmark using a super thin layer of nail polish on water. Learners discover that a thin film creates iridescent, rainbow colors.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 4 - adult 5 to 10 minutes
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In this engineering activity, learners explore simple machines and then build cardboard automata using cams.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 8 - 14 2 to 4 hours
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In this activity (page 4), learners work in groups to plan and build large structures using recyclable materials they have brought from home.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 6 - 14 30 to 45 minutes