Skill· 3y–6y· 2 min
The Bridge Builders Challenge
A fun engineering activity where parent and child work together to build a bridge for toy animals using household items, solving practical problems like stability, length, and resource sharing.
Free to do together whenever you like.
How it works
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneSelects appropriate resources and adapts work where necessary.Mind· 3.3y–5y· core
- MilestoneManipulates materials to achieve a planned effect.Mind· 3.3y–5y· core· Steps 1, 2, 4
- MilestoneBuilds with non-block construction piecesBody· 2.5y–4.2y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneShows object-function knowledgeMind· 2.7y–5y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneBuilds block structures (vertical, walls, enclosures)Body· 2.5y–4.2y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneSelects tools and techniques needed to shape, assemble and join materials they are using.Mind· 3.3y–5y· core
- MilestoneIndependently manages dangersHeart· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneBegins to identify own mathematical problems based on own interests and fascinations.Mind· 3.3y–5y· stretch
Visual example
Coming soon