Pipe-Cleaner Challenge

Real world companies face challenges such as layoffs, cutbacks. and outsourcing. How do these effect the final products? Find out how our 4th graders dealt with these challenges in this short challenge.

Animoto Vocabulary Movie

 The kids created short Animoto movies to "teach" one of their Architecture and Engineering vocab words.  They found examples of their word and put them in educational and entertaining videos to share!

Tunnels & Dams

Today we played in the dirt! Students explored the amazing engineering of tunnels and dams. We learned types and techniques as well as some history of the engineering processes. Making models is a great way to explore the challenges involved. Check out our busy day in this short video!

Dome Day!

Ever wonder how strong an egg is? Well that dome shape makes even weak materials strong! Check out our dome activities.

Building Bridges

What is strong enough to hold a semi-truck full of wet sand? Hopefully, these student created brides! Check out student bridge designs.

Bridge Explrations

Students explored the major types of bridges and the forces they have to withstand during this busy day! Check out our Bridge experts!

Skyscrapers!!

Ever wondered about the city giants? Find out some fascinating facts about skyscrapers in these student documentaries.

Skyscraper Explorations

Wow! What a day. Skyscrapers touch the sky, but what makes them so strong? We faced hurricane force winds in today's exploration.

Tug Pull Twist-o-war

Students explored the forces of tension, torsion, and compression on random materials. Take a peek!

Engineering & Architecture Vocabulary

Hey 4th graders! Practice this unit's vocabulary by playing a game.