40 Science & Engineering Activities for Parents
40 Science & Engineering Activities for Parents
The James Dyson Foundation, put together 40 science and engineering challenges. Ideal for home or in the classroom, they encourage inquisitive young minds to get excited about engineering. We hope this resource helps you create intentional learning moments with your kids.
CHALLENGE 01
BALLOON CAR RACE
Make and race a balloon-powered car using just a balloon, a plastic cup, straws, thread and rubber bands.
CHALLENGE 02
SPAGHETTI BRIDGES
Can you build a spaghetti bridge that's strong enough to hold a bag of sugar?
CHALLENGE 03
MARBLE RUN
Cardboard. Sticky tape. Marbles. Can you build a run that keeps the marble going for at least a minute?
CHALLENGE 04
CARDBOARD CHAIR
This challenge focuses on the principles of design and structure. Can you design and build a chair from cardboard, that’s strong enough to support your weight?
CHALLENGE 05
MAKE A PERISCOPE
Can you turn a shoebox into an ingenious device for seeing around corners?
CHALLENGE 06
CARDBOARD BOAT
This challenge will test your design and invention skills. Can you design and build a boat from cardboard that’s strong enough to float, even with a weight on board?
Download the resource to view all 40 challenges + instructions.