Football Follies - Congruent Triangles

Created Feb. 7, 2024 by STEMToolkit Administrator

Now it is time to build a prototype of your design.  Your prototype should be scaled down for demonstration and testing purposes.  Your prototype should be able to hold a total of _____ (pounds, ounces or coins) for a total of _______ (seconds, minutes, hours).


How much weight can your prototype withstand before it collapses?  Record data during this step.

Consider what changes you can make to your design to improve the bench or reduce the cost of the bench.


Accessibility Options:

  • Students who are completing the project in a virtual setting may not have access to the same building supplies as those who would be completing the project with those in the traditional classroom.  Teacher may want to provide a list of suggested materials for building to students at the beginning of the project, or create sets of supplies for students to pick up at school.
  • Provide students with many choices of building supplies to plan and build their prototype
  • Provide a graphic organizer for students to gather and document data from the testing of their prototypes.
  • Allow for extra time as needed for iteration of prototype due to tests.
  • A STEM Peer-buddy may be beneficial to assign to some students during this design phase


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