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A Bridge For Gingerbread
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Description
Make a paper bridge for a small paper Gingerbread Man and test which fold carries a wooden block without falling into the gap.
What to prep
- Paper
- Two stable books
- One large wooden block
- Pencil
Cost: FreeBest time: Anytime
Play guide
- 1Place two stable books a hand-span apart on the floor. Lay a strip of paper across the gap, with a simple paper figure on top.
- 2Try adding one large wooden block. Fold the long edges of the paper upwards and test the same block again.
- 3Compare the results, then let each person choose one new fold to test across the same gap.
Success signals
Changing the paper shape changes how it supports a real load.
If it's tricky
The gap is too wide for any attempt: move the books closer and test both versions again.