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In this activity, learners will use household items to design and build an elevator that will carry 2 passengers to a height of 16 inches...or higher! The activity includes a time and age recommendation, a materials list, step-by-step set up instructions, tips for adults, learning and skills connections, a "what's going on" section, and a note about doing STEAM with kids.
- Under 5 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- free per group of students
- Ages 6 - adult
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Recycled items, such as toilet paper and paper towel tubes, cereal boxes, yogurt containers, egg cartons, etc.
- Assorted craft supplies, such as craft sticks, pipe cleaners, brass fasteners, rubber bands, straws, paper clips, etc.
- String, yarn, or fishing line
- Tape
- Scissors
- 2 small toys, figurines, or something similar to use as passengers
- Ruler or tape measure
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
- Engineering
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The Nature of Technology
- The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Model Building
- Transportation
Other
Access Rights:
- Free access
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, Boston Children's Museum, 2021