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Marshmallow Engineering Challenge

Teams work together to build the tallest freestanding tower using only spaghetti and marshmallows

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About This Activity

Teams work together to build the tallest freestanding tower using only spaghetti and marshmallows

Quick Info

moderate
18
10m x 8m minimum

Equipment Required

Uncooked Spaghetti

6 bags (one per team)

Mini marshmallows

300 (50 per team)

Gym mats or tables

6

Measuring tape

2

Marshmallows

As needed

Gym Mats

As needed

Measuring Tapes

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Features

Creative
Inclusive
Fun

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Skills

Creating Space
Team Play
Decision Making

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation

Weather

All Weather