"To invent, you need a good imagination and a pile of junk." Thomas Edison

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Project Library
= Favorite projects from Mrs. Trimpe's classroom

Each download includes student information, score sheets, and a teacher page.
Be sure to check out the Junk Box Wars Resources section for other project materials.

Super Slingers - Create a device that will launch a bouncy ball at a target to earn points.
Also available ... Super Slingers with Easter Peeps or Super Slingers with Pumpkin Peeps - Students are challenged to create a device that will launch a peep to earn points in three different categories. A powerpoint is available for both versions - Easter Peeps PPT or Pumpkin Peeps PPT - and can be edited for your challenge.

The Weakest Link - Build the longest chain that will hold the most weight.
Note:  A powerpoint for this project is available and it may be edited for your challenge. I also have a Think About It! worksheet available that was designed specifically for this project.

Super Structures - Create a structure that is capable of supporting a large amount of pennies.

Rocket Rally - Create an air-powered rocket that will travel the greatest distance.

Bottle Blasters - Create a device that will launch a ball to knock over bottles and earn points.

Battle of the Boats - Create a boat that will travel a specified distance in the shortest time.

Zoom Machines - Create a rubber band vehicle that will travel a specified distance in the shortest time.

Bridge Challenge - Construct a bridge that will allow a vehicle to travel safely across a "canyon".

Drop Zone - Build a parachute that will help an egg land safely on a target.

Magnificant Marble Maze - Build a marble maze that will result in the longest run time.

Ultimate Gumball Machine - Build a machine that will sort gumballs by size in the shortest amount of time.

Super Subs - Create a submarine that will sink and come to the surface in the shortest amount of time.

Visit the Project Resources page for worksheets, checklists,
rubrics, and more to help you organize your Junk Box Wars event.