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The Gummy Bear Dare - An Easy & Fun Engineering Challenge For Your Students!

Are you looking for a fun and easy way to teach STEM at a distance? 

We know that things are hectic for both teachers and families right now, so this engineering challenge provides a fun, educational project without adding a heavy cognitive load or requiring lots of specific materials. In fact, students can make catapults from household items.

Enjoy!

Dr. Yen & the Qi Learning Team


8 Modules

Video Walkthrough

This video will walk you through how to do the Gummy Bear Dare as a distance learning lesson. 

Materials List

A list of all the materials you can use for this project. 

Complete Lesson Plan

Complete lesson plans for this activity, as well as a one-page walkthrough for easy reference.

Student Metasheets

Metasheets you can use to promote deeper thinking and reflection during this activity.

The Engineering Structure

Resources and infographics that will help you and your students understand the Nature of Science and the Engineering Structure.

De-Escalation Techniques

Techniques to help your students explore this activity and avoid frustration or off-task time.

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