Bridge Building

Students will build a bridge out of toothpicks or craft sticks by using gum drops, marshmallows, and/or wood glue. The purpose is to have it stay upright between two chairs without breaking.

Students will think pair share what is a bridge and what is its purpose?
Students will watch a YouTube video on the 25 most impressive bridges in the world. Host a discussion on what you noticed about them.
Students will draw their prototype
Students will construct their bridges.
Students will do a reflection paper on what there thinking behind their bridges was before, during, and after completion.

Lesson Grade Level

3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade

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