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About this activity
Children test engineering ideas by building a tower from blocks, cups, recycling, or craft sticks. They compare height, stability, and design changes.
Print & play
Download the Birthday Party Games Pack sheet
Printable party games, score sheets, clue cards, and calm-down activities.
View Birthday Party Games PackMaterials needed
- Blocks, cups, or recycling
- Tape
- Measuring tape
- Timer
Preparation time
5 minutes
How to play
- 1Choose a set of safe building materials.
- 2Set a time limit and a tower goal.
- 3Build, test, and measure the tower.
- 4Discuss what made the structure stronger.
Learning benefits
STEMProblem solvingMeasuringResilience
Best for
Tags
STEMbuildingchallengeteamwork
Seasons
all year
Occasions
school holidayclassroomparty
Key stages
EYFSKS1KS2
Weather
RainySunnyAny Weather
SEN-friendly note
This activity can be adapted with fewer steps, visual prompts, quieter pacing, or a clear start and finish point. Offer choices and adjust sensory input to suit the child.
Safety note
Adult supervision is recommended. Adapt the activity based on your child's age, ability, and environment.
