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Stuffed Animal Chair

$4.00

Engineering

Grade Lvl:K-5

Invite students to put their engineering skills to work as they design and build a chair just right for a stuffed animal. In this engaging lesson, learners dive into the basics of structural engineering, discovering what makes a strong and stable foundation. This deceptively challenging activity encourages students to experiment with different materials and building techniques. By testing and refining their creations, students find that this hands-on lesson is both educational and fun!

Mini STEAM lessons include all the information needed to complete the STEAM challenge. This instant download is made for students to work independently, with lesson materials focused on student pages that can be finished without direct instruction. All the essential info is easy to access, making mini lessons ideal for independent learning, engagement and family night activities, home explorations, and more. Plus, mini lessons come with marketing templates for flyers and passport options, simplifying the planning of STEAM nights. Not interested in marketing materials? Want your group to complete the challenge together? Check out our digital lessons, which offer more detailed plans perfect for classroom use.

How can we make a chair for a stuffed animal?

K-2-ETS1-1/2/3 (Engineering Design- grades K-2), 3-5ETS1-1/2/3 (Engineering Design- grades 3-5)

This lesson is designed to enhance basic structural engineering skills in an engaging way. It is ideal as an introductory lesson for builders or to reinforce skills that have already been taught.
  • Working independently (Student or family reads the sheet or watches the video alone, then creates): 25-45
  • Lesson taught to the whole group (Read the sheet together, review presentation slides or watch the video version via QR code, then students create): 35-55
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