Creative Lab
Popsicle Stick Bridge Contest - 100% Editable
Popsicle Stick Bridge Contest - 100% Editable
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Total size: 14 pages
Grade Level: 4-9
This resource is 100% EDITABLE using Microsoft Word. You can add, subtract, or modify any of the content to suit the needs of your students. Great for differentiation!
Help create future engineers! Engage your students in researching, designing and constructing their own bridges!
This fantastic resource guides students through the process of researching, designing, and building their own bridge out of popsicle sticks. Clear and informative instructions are included along with design templates, tips and tricks! I do this project every year when we study forces in Science. My students absolutely love it!
This resource is designed as a Contest (but doesn't have to be done as such) where students are challenged to build the strongest bridge possible. Certificates for Strongest Bridge and Most Innovative Design are included along with a 4 page Student Write-up Booklet.
This Resource Contains:
★ Challenge Parameters & Materials List
★ Research Instructions
★ Design Instructions
★ Construction Instructions
★ Testing Instructions
★ Bridge Design Ideas
★ Example Photos
★ Student Write-up Booklet (4 pages)
★ Strongest Bridge Certificate
★ Most Innovative Design Certificate
★ PDF Version Included
How is this Resource Useful?
✔ Simple and easy to read instructions
✔ High level of interest for students
✔ Perfect end of term project
✔ Perfect for teaching problem solving
✔ Great for teaching critical thinking
Thanks so much,
Creative Lab
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