Rubber Band Contest
(Grades 5-8)
Click on the link above or the image to learn more about the Rubber Band Contest!
THE CHALLENGE:
- To design and create a working invention/artwork that incorporates at least one (1) rubber band. Choose between the Arts and Leisure category or Science and Engineering category.
Take a look at the invention gallery from previous years:
THE LESSON PLAN:
Students will explore the properties of polymers using a poly putty made from glue and borax.An extension of the lesson allows the students a fun opportunity to enter the AGPA Rubber Band Contest for Young Inventors. Lesson Plan Resources:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Students in 5th-8th grade may participate
- Entries must be POST-MARKED by February 23, 2024. (all entries must be postmarked and mailed by this date)
- If you have any questions, please contact us at: rbcontest@uakron.edu
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