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Tower Building Strategy

8–12 yrs

Description

Build the tallest tower with limited materials, promoting problem-solving and cooperation through a fun, strategic team challenge.

Details

1. Provide 20 straws and tape to each team of 3–4.
2. Plan a tower design together.
3. Build the tower in 10 minutes, focusing on stability.
4. Measure each team’s tower height.
5. Discuss which designs worked best.
6. Talk about teamwork strategies.

Materials

Straws, tape, ruler