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This simple construction activity teaches the importance of architectural structure. Learners build and test designs for a paper "doghouse" strong enough to hold the weight of a jumbo dog biscuit. Three commonly used architectural shapes highlighted in the activity are arches, squares and triangles. This activity can be used with lessons on geometric shape, architecture, and/or problem solving.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 6 - 11
- Activity
- English, Spanish
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Index cards
- Tape
- Large dog biscuits
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
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Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
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Technology
- Construction
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Engineering
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Mathematics
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Geometry
- Solid Geometry
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Geometry
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Physical Sciences
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Motion and Forces
- Gravity
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Motion and Forces
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Invention and Innovation
- Problem Solving
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The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
- Model Building
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- be mobile
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Links STEM to other topics of interest such as arts and humanities
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Foreign language versions of this resource:
Components that are part of this resource:
- Tips for Using FETCH! Activities
- Canine House of Cards Leader Notes
- Fetch! Canine House of Cards Sign
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- WGBH
Source Collection
- Fetch! With Ruff Ruffman
Rights:
- All rights reserved, WGBH Educational Foundation, 2008
Funding Sources:
- National Science Foundation, 0714741
- Public television viewers
- greendog