Design a Wind-Up Mars Rover

Build a Mars rover that can travel using elastic energy.

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Inspiration Video

Suggested Materials

  • recycled bottle caps or other circular objects to make wheels
  • rubberbands
  • straws
  • recycled cardboard
  • popsicle sticks
  • unsharpened pencils or bamboo skewers
  • tape
  • scissors

Difficulty Level

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This design challenge may require moderate motor skills, understanding of some abstract concepts, or uncommon materials to build.

This is the difficulty level for a typical 4th grade classroom. Modify as needed for other age groups.

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