Awesome Bridges

In-Class Field Trips for Grade Two Students

What people have said about our Bridges: “This is awesome!”

A brief introduction to this program will include a discussion of the uses, function and history of bridges through the years. Students will learn why certain shapes are used for building bridges and identify how these shapes can affect the strength and/or weakness of the structure.

The 4 bridge models are a stone arch, metal truss, concrete girder and cable suspension bridge.

Students will also identify and label the main components of each bridge in order to have a record of their accomplishment.

Using teamwork, each group will construct 4 different styles of bridge. Each bridge offers the opportunity to work with different building materials and fasteners.

Matter:  How can the suitability of materials be determined for specific purposes?

Field Trip Information:

Cost (does not include GST): $292.00 per session.

Number of Adult Helpers Required: 4 The field trip can’t happen without them. Check out our FAQ page for hints on where to find your helpers.

Field Trip Length: 2 hours (we will be working through recess) Facilitator will arrive approximately 3/4 hour before start time for set up.

Room Requirements

• Must be held in a large, ground floor room with open floor space (the gym is preferred).
• If more than one session is booked in a day, there is no option for moving the Bridges between sessions. We MUST remain set up for the whole day, including the lunch hour. The Multi-Session Discount will be applied as a result – hooray for savings!
• Two tables are required upon which to place materials.

Other Expectations

• Please have helpers arrive 20 minutes before start time for briefing.