Description: In a group of 4 or 5, build the tallest structure that is sturdy and stays up for at least 1 minute. The structure is built using straws and 2 feet of masking tape. It has to stand alone, and the only thing it touches is the floor.
Brainstorm: We decided to make a base that looked like the Eiffel Tower. It was a square base with triangle floors.
Procedure: First, we decided on the design: the Eiffel Tower. Next, we got our building materials. after that, we got working on building the structure. After, we took pictures and submitted them.
Reflection: We had a very strong group, which I think helped with winning the competition. Some opportunities to improve the project, were: when the other groups had taken pictures, and when we got feedback. I learned that it is not always about your ideas and about the thing your building. Some limitations we had were: not being able to use walls for support. We also had a lot of insightful and critical thinkers in our group.