The Three Billy Goats Gruff: A Norwegian Folktale STEM Style
This class will combine a folk tale with STEM (engineering). I'll read The Three Billy Goats Gruff, and then guide students to create a bridge using DOTS candy & toothpicks. The strength of their bridge will be tested by adding pennies.
Mrs. Lewis (B.A. Education)
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(16)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Combining engineering design with literature will help learners be engaged in this STEM class. We'll read The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Then I'll show a few vacation pictures of Norway. After that, students will consider what shape would be best to build a bridge using candy and toothpicks. As time permits, students will test the strength of their bridge using pennies. I'll use Google Slides to share the story and the design process. Learners will get to interact with me and each other as they brainstorm solutions and build. No background knowledge is required. However, if you are already familiar with the story learners are welcome to share any differences in details that they notice. IF YOU WANT TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE CLASS FOR YOUR HOMESCHOOL GROUP, GIRL SCOUT OR BOY SCOUT TROOP, PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of the design process by creating and testing a bridge made of candy. This bridge will be inspired by a folk tale from another culture, Norway.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Toothpicks sometimes break. Please monitor your students if splintering/safety is a concern.
Supply List
Students will need to purchase the following: -large bag of gum drops or one box of Dots candy -a box of toothpicks -5-20 pennies Prices vary -minimal.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2019
5.0
16reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Middle Tennessee State University
I have taught this class to a multiage group at summer camp. They really liked it. I'm looking forward to doing this with YOU!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$19
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
3-6 learners per class
