Towering Toothpick Disaster Lab Activity

Using basic building materials, students design and build a three-story, earthquake resistance structure.

• Materials for 15 groups
• Teacher-Developed and Tested
• Students Apply Geology Knowledge to Solve a Real-World Problem

In an optional extension activity, they can also design and build a base isolator.

The teacher-designed activity comes with instructions and enough materials for 15 setups.

 : To further their learning, students can test whether their structure can withstand an earthquake with the Shake, Rattle, and Roll Earthquake Board Activity Set, available separately.