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Move That Lighthouse!
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In this activity, learners explore how engineers work in a team to solve problems.
Shadow Puppets
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If you have lights, cardboard, scissors, and some brass fasteners, you can make shadow puppets! Create a story-telling and design challenge for your learners with this simple and creative activity.
Rescue Rover
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In this activity, learners explore how rescue devices are designed to aid professionals during emergency situations.
Can You Canoe?
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In this activity, learners explore how engineering has impacted the manufacturing of canoes over time, including the development of new, durable, and lighter materials.
Water Fountain
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In this activity, learners explore how a hydraulic pump works. Learners work in teams to design and build a unique water fountain that employs a hydraulic pump.
Bridge the Gap
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Learners work in groups to construct bridges using stale marshmallows and toothpicks.
Tennis Anyone?
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In this activity, learners explore sports engineering and advanced materials development.
Draggin' Boats
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Learners design, build, and test models of "dragon boats" made from up to three milk cartons.
Pipeline Challenge
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In this activity, learners explore how engineers develop pipeline systems to transport oil, water, gas, and other materials over very long distances.
Rubber Band Racers
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In this activity, learners explore the design of rubber band powered cars. Learners work in teams of "engineers" to design and build their own rubber band cars out of everyday items.
Make and Fly a Helicopter
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Learners follow the template to build and fly a paper helicopter.
Sky Glider Challenge
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In this design challenge activity, learners use two helium-filled balloons to build a blimp that can travel in a straight path across the room.
Mechanical Grabber
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In this engineering activity, challenge learners to make a "grabber" that can pick up trash. Learners use simple materials to create pinchers that can grab small items.
Robot Basketball
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In this activity, learners explore accuracy and precision.
Pendulum Time
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In this activity, learners explore how the pendulum has been a reliable way to keep time for centuries.
Chair Lift Challenge
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In this activity, learners explore the unique challenges in transportation engineering, such as devising a method for skiers or hikers to get to the top of a mountain.
Tall Tower Challenge
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In this activity, learners explore the design of tall structures such as skyscrapers and telecommunication towers.
Pop! Rocket Launcher
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In this activity, learners construct a simple air pressure launcher for paper rockets.
Dispenser Designs
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In this activity, learners explore how engineers work in a team to solve problems.
Roller Coasters
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In this activity learners will build roller coasters and test them using small balls or marbles.