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Gumdrop Dome
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In this activity (located on pages 23-24 of the PDF), learners are introduced to structural engineering and encouraged to practice goal-oriented building.
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The Parachuting Egg
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In this activity, learners work in groups to design a parachute out of household items that keeps an egg secure when dropped from a certain height.
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Bridge the Gap
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Learners work in groups to construct bridges using stale marshmallows and toothpicks.
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Touch Down
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In this design challenge activity, learners build a shock-absorbing system that will protect two “astronauts” when they land.
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Marshmallow Models
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No glue is needed for learners of any age to become marshmallow architects or engineers.
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Target Practice
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In this dynamic activity, learners build a catapult that launches projectiles, such as marshmallows.