Fairy Tale Day / Three Little Pigs Build
Three Little Pigs Build
Children build houses from straws, sticks and blocks and test which one survives the big bad wolf's fan.
How to run it
- Read or retell the story of the three little pigs.
- Split children into groups and give each a material: straws, sticks or blocks.
- Give groups time to build a house that can stand up on its own.
- Test each house in front of a fan and discuss which held up best and why.
You will need
- drinking straws
- sticks
- building blocks
- tape
- electric fan
Make it easier or harderGive younger children one material to explore; older children can choose any combination.
SafetyKeep fingers away from the fan and supervise its use.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Children test materials and evaluate their designs.
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