Description
A fun and educational activity using marshmallows and toothpicks to build structures, enhancing fine motor skills and introducing basic engineering concepts.
Ingredients
- Mini marshmallows (or regular marshmallows cut in half)
- Toothpicks (standard size)
- A cutting board (optional)
- A flat surface (like a table)
Instructions
- Gather Your Materials: Set up your workspace by placing all materials on a flat surface and organize them for easy access.
- Sketch Your Design: Brainstorm and sketch your design before building.
- Start Building the Base: Insert toothpicks into marshmallows to form a stable base.
- Create Frameworks: Build your structure with layers, utilizing the balance of marshmallow softness and toothpick firmness.
- Strengthen Your Structure: Check for balance and add toothpicks as needed for stability.
- Decorate (Optional): Use markers or edible glitter to personalize your creation.
Notes
Try using alternative materials like gummy candies for a twist and explore building different geometric shapes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 100 (per serving of marshmallows)
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg