Candy Tower
by Heather Wilson
Students will design and build the tallest tower/structure using candy/marshmallows and toothpicks.
Lesson Grade Level
2nd GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/123DgnmCwTaN73cJ_lKvJYP__EwKoCRAV/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) Geometry (G) English Language Arts (ELA) Speaking & Listening
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