Sorting and Classifying

What You'll Learn

Classifying means sorting things into groups based on their features.

Use materials only as directed in the experiment.
Keep small objects away from young children.
Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.

Step 1 — Read

Read about Engineering and Design with a partner or grown-up.

Step 2 — Do

Build the strongest bridge you can using only paper and tape. Test it by placing coins on top.

Step 3 — Observe

Watch carefully. What happens?

Step 4 — Record

Draw and write about what you learned.

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What does 'observe' mean?