Salvadori in a Box: Our fun and interactive STEAM Education Kit

 

Salvadori in a Box includes eight hands-on STEAM lessons based on Salvadori’s Bridges and Skyscrapers curricula. Containing all materials and supplies with visual and written instructions, students will:

  • build, design, and test structures

  • use the Design & Engineering Methodology of Problem Solving

  • incorporate the Scientific Method as they perform experiments

  • work collaboratively with their peers

“This is a great way to learn. So much fun, and an amazing amount of projects in one box! ”

— Salvadori Customer

  • HOW IT ARRIVES

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  • WHAT IT DOES

FAQs

What age group is the Box intended for?

Salvadori in a Box is designed for middle school students; however, we can provide extensions or modifications for older students.

Can students work on the Box by themselves, or will they need help from an adult?

Students can work on the Box 100% independently, although we recommend an adult facilitator to help guide them through the activities. We provide a written guidebook for facilitators that explains the science behind each lesson so you can better support your student(s).

How long will it take to complete the Box?

Each of the 8 activities takes approximately one hour.

What’s in the Box?

Salvadori in a Box contains eight hands-on experiments and activities. Through these lessons, students will learn about bridges and skyscrapers and the forces that keep them standing. All the necessary materials, including weights for testing structures, scissors, paper, tape and glue, are included, as well as instructions for students and adult facilitators and a book of crossword puzzles using vocabulary from the lessons.