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Can't build a cantilever? You'll be able to after a hands-on, constructive activity. Young engineers build cantilevers out of straws and tape. The finished products must be able to hang off a table as far as possible.
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Instructional Ideas
- Show pupils pictures of cantilevers as a reference
- Have a contest to see which group can build the cantilever of the greatest length
Classroom Considerations
- A large number of straws (approximately 1,000) is necessary for the activity
Pros
- Provides definitions of relevant vocabulary
- Includes questions to facilitate discussion
Cons
- None