Games
Newspaper Dome
Children build large dome-shaped structures using rolled newspaper sticks, exploring geometry, teamwork, and structural strength through hands-on construction and creative play.
Materials
- Newspapers
- Tape
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Checklist
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Challanges
- Create a strong dome that can hold the weight of certain books.
- Make a dome that fits a person inside.
- Create 3D geometrical shapes other than making a dome.
Questions to be asked
- Why does rolling the newspaper into a tube make it stronger?
- What shapes will you use to create the dome?
- How will you ensure the stability of the dome so that it will stand on its own without support?