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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.

In this activity, learners are challenged to design and build a miniature tree house in a potted plant. This activity uses engineering concepts to encourage creativity.

Learners design, build, and test models of "dragon boats" made from up to three milk cartons.

In this activity, learners will engineer their own weather vane. This activity includes step-by-step instructions with pictures and a "What's Happening?" section explaining how the activity worked.

Learners explore the Bernoulli effect by building an airfoil (airplane wing) and making it fly.

In this activity, learners are challenged to create a parachute using easily sourced materials in order to transport a LEGO figure safely to the ground.

In this activity, learners are challenged to design a wind-powered car using only a handful of household materials.

In this activity, learners construct hail-proof houses using recycled materials to discuss storm readiness and safety.

This activity is a hit for family events and all ages—some will finish in 45 minutes; others can go on for hours.

In this experiment, learners design and build a model room in a shoebox and furnish it with tiny furniture.