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No glue is needed for learners of any age to become marshmallow architects or engineers. Using marshmallows and water (and maybe edible decorations like peanut butter, pretzels, gumdrops, etc.), learners wet a few marshamallows at a time and stick them together bit by bit to construct whatever models they want.
- Under 5 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 4 - 14
- Activity, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Dish of water
- Marshmallows—regular size and/or mini
- Peanut butter, pretzels, gumdrops, sprinkles, animal-shaped cookies or crackers (optional)
- Picture of a real-life structure you want to model (if available)
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
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Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
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Technology
- Construction
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Engineering
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Physical Sciences
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Chemistry
- Chemical Bonding
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Chemistry
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Invention and Innovation
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The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
- Food and Cooking
- Model Building
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, The Regents of the University of California, 2010