Building with a Variety of Materials - Repack

Downloadable (1 PDF - 3 pages) The Repack activity can also be found within the Building with a Variety of Materials - Let's Do Science Bundle. If you are interested in purchasing this activity and more, you can check out the Building Building with a Variety of Materials bundle here. Start thinking about all the packaging we use every day. In this hands-on activity ideal for grade 3, students will re-design a package, thinking about the function and materials as well as the environmental impact of using those materials. By the end of the activity students should be able to: Describe various materials which could be used in construction tasks Select appropriate materials for construction tasks Use a variety of materials to construct a structure Use a variety of designs to construct a structure Explain material choices for construction tasks Explain design choices for construction tasks Additional resources required: Packaging example Various construction materials