Marshmallow Tower Challenge

Materials:

20 sticks of spaghetti

1 yard of tape

1 yard of string

1 large marshmallow

Scissors (to cut materials)

Yard stick (to measure)


Rules:

  • Your challenge is to build the tallest freestanding structure using ONLY the above listed materials.

  • The winning team is the one that builds the tallest freestanding structure measured from the table top surface to the top of the marshmallow.

  • The team’s structure must stand on its own for measuring. Teams touching or supporting their structure will be disqualified.

  • Teams can use as much or as little of the 20 sticks of spaghetti, tape, and string provided. Extra materials CANNOT be provided.

  • The entire marshmallow must be on top of your structure. Cutting or eating part of the marshmallow will disqualify your team.