Monday was the start of our STEM week and we had a lot of fun making structures with some of our parents and carers. |
The different groups had to choose which challenge they wanted to do then plan, cost and build it! |
Engineering Challenge
Specifications:
Tower: must be at least 1 metre high; hold one Lego person at the top; cost no more than £50.
Big Wheel: must turn; hold 4 Lego people; cost no more than £80.
Bridge: must be at least 50cm in length; hold the weight of at least five toy cars; cost no more than £100.
Cost of materials
Art straws £1 each
Paper clips 50p each
Paper fasteners £1 each
Roll of tape £20
Pair of scissors £5
One piece of card £2 per A4 sheet
PVA glue and spreader £5
One newspaper £20
Electric circuit (with motor) £15
Cotton reel £1
Pulley and elastic band £2 (includes washers)
What fantastic results! Thank you to all the parents and carers who came to work with us. |