Whitney Relay

Grade
4th grade
5th grade
6th grade
7th grade
8th grade
9th grade
Price
$13
Common Core
1-ESS1
Description

The Whitney Relay is a set of interconnectable parts that lets students master the art and science of energy transfer in the tradition of the Rube Goldberg Machine or its contemporary Japanese masterpiece: the Pythagoras Switch. Each student receives ramps,  marbles, blocks, and assorted parts to construct a chain reaction that could include your whole class. Thoughtful lessons in mechanics, invention and teamwork.

This project spans the ages and is a popular project/activity for Adult Professional Development groups. We can use it as a hands on means to teach a variety of concepts.