5 FREE Engineering Challenges ~ {with Clothespins, Binder Clips and Craft Sticks}

Published:
September 26, 2017

Contributor:
Jeannette Tuionetoa

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You do not need to buy expensive building sets! Challenge your learners and future engineers with these simple STEM activities that kids of all ages will love. These challenges will get your children to create all kinds of designs, even if they have short attention spans. Smaller children will enjoy exploring the materials and can practice hand-eye coordination. Older children will have a blast and can practice critical thinking skills.
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All you will need is wooden clothespins, binder clips, and craft sticks! Click HERE to start these fun engineering challenges.

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