For School Groups

Meets Connecticut Science Standards

  • K.1 Objects have properties that can be observed and used to describe similarities and differences.
  • K.4 Some objects are natural, while others have been designed and made by people to improve the quality of life.

For Families


Construct a basic shelter. Choose walls and roof. Consider what materials are available where. Build a family. Consider the problems your walls will protect them from: rain, snow, heat, fire, winds, floods, mice, bugs or wolves.

Skills: sanding, gluing, hammering (predrilled holes), coloring.

House of Straw, Sticks, Bricks

House of Straw, Sticks, Bricks

House of Straw, Sticks or Bricks

House of Straw, Sticks or Bricks