Build a Dome - Science Museum STEM Activity

Many structures are built around frameworks made of straight, rigid
pieces of wood or metal, called members, connected together. Forces
generated in the members support the structure. In this activity, created by the Science Museum, drinking straws are used as members, to make a self-supporting dome.

Learning Outcomes:

- Investigate how mixing water changes the way it behaves
- Use observation and questioning skills
- See how the behaviour of materials has useful applications in our everyday lives.

Curriculum Links:

KS1 Science: Everyday materials
KS2 Science: Properties and changes of materials
KS1 &2 Science: Working scientifically