Marshmallow Engineering Challenge

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

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

Quick Info

moderate

10m x 8m minimum

Equipment Required

Uncooked Spaghetti

6 bags (one per team)

Mini marshmallows

300 (50 per team)

Gym mats or tables

Measuring tape

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