STEM at Home — Bridge Engineering Kit
Build a paper bridge using geometry and structural engineering principles — then load-test it with real weight. Pairs directly with EdTech Academy's Workshop 7: Math in the Real World — Geometry, Architecture & Paper Bridges (July STEM Workshops 2026).
Students discover why triangles, arches, and corrugation make structures strong, design their own bridge, and compete to hold the maximum number of pennies. Bridges the gap between classroom math and real-world engineering.
Kit includes:
Heavy cardstock sheets (8 — heavier than printer paper for better structures)
Masking tape (small roll)
Ruler (6 inch)
Pennies (20 — for load testing)
2 foam support blocks (bridge supports)
Geometry shape reference card (arch, truss, beam)
Instruction card with challenge guide
Grades K–8 · Pairs with July Workshop 7 · Ships in 2–3 days