Engineer a school supply case

Estimated Time:

45-60 Minutes

Level:

K-5

Process:

Challenge → Collaborate → Build → Coach → Share → Iterate Challenge | Ask the kids the challenge question Collaborate | Brainstorm as a group Build | Kids work together. Try to give at least 15 minutes with no adult Coach | Adult guides with questions or examples if kids get stuck Share | Finish building & present Iterate | Improve and rebuild with time

Can you design and build a case that safely carries school supplies?

Your case must hold at least 3 supplies, keep supplies safe when tipped upside down, and be easy to carry.

Bonus: Add a clever, reusable way for your case to open and close without tape simply sealing it shut.

Challenge question:

Always start here

How can we keep supplies from moving around in a case? --Dividers, small/snug fitting case, padding or support

Use these if you need help to get ideas flowing.

What shape might be the strongest for a case? --Cylinder or triangular prism

What are some options for giving your case a reusable option for opening and closing? --Pipe cleaner latch, string around a pom-pom or button or other attachment