Activities
At Home: Harmless Holder
Design a beverage holder that won’t hurt wildlife or pollute the environment! Use these instructions and video by Malika, an engineer at Northrop Grumman.
Activity Details
Activity Type:Hands-On Activities
Topic(s):Green
Grade:3-5, 6-8
Time:60 minutes or less
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