FACTivity – Batter Up
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What material or combination of materials creates a stronger tower?
Materials:
- Paper
- Plastic Straws
- Wooden popsicle sticks
- Toothpicks
- Natural items (sticks, leaves, etc.)
- Glue
- Tape
- Paper clips
- Ruler/measuring tape
- Other items students may want to build with
- Graphic organizer for planning and reflection (included)
Standards addressed in this Activity:
Social Studies Standards
Social Studies Standards are educational guidelines outlining the essential knowledge, skills, and concepts students should learn in subjects such as history, geography, civics, and economics, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of societal structures, historical events, and global perspectives.
- Science, Technology, and Society