Simple Snow Load Roof Model Demo: Which Roof Is Tops?
Through this introductory engineering activity, students consider the advantages of different roof shapes for different climates or situations. During a teacher demo, they observe and discuss what happens when a “snow load” (sifted cups of flour) is placed on three different model roof shapes. A student worksheet is included.
- Standard:
- K-2-ETS1-2
- K-2-ETS1-3
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