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In this design challenge activity, learners use a balloon and other simple materials to design an air-powered rocket that can hit a distant target.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners design, build and test a model suspension bridge for sturdiness and strength.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 6 - 11 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners build a racecar using only a rubber band, spool, straw, and paper clip! This racer is a classic toy that zips across a flat surface.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 11 30 to 45 minutes
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In this design challenge activity, learners build a rubber band-powered rover that can scramble across the room.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 11 - 18 30 to 45 minutes
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In this design challenge, learners build a boat that paddles itself using a rubber band as its power source.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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In this hands-on activity, learners use the steps of the design process to create a hook to rescue a "space capsule" from the water.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 6 - 11 30 to 45 minutes
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In this design challenge activity, learners build a device to carry a Ping-Pong ball from the top of a zip line to the bottom in four seconds (or less!).

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners design wind-powered cars out of simple household materials. Students have fun designing and then racing their vehicles around the room.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 11 30 to 45 minutes
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In this design challenge activity, learners build a boat that can hold 25 pennies (or 15 one inch metal washers) for at least ten seconds before sinking.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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In this design challenge activity, learners build a car that can travel at least four feet using rubber band power and use the design process to debug problems.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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In this dynamic activity, learners build a catapult that launches projectiles, such as marshmallows.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 6 - 11 30 to 45 minutes
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In this design challenge activity, learners build a car that uses a battery-operated motor to "drive" at least ten feet.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes