Original Prompttake this lesson plan and put it on a 2 page sheet to use as a condensed version for the instructor. Then create handouts for students for each phase of building (Build, Why do Kindergarteners build better?, Iteration build) https://teachingentrepreneurship.org/marshmallow-spaghetti-tower-building-competition/
The Marshmallow Challenge is an engaging educational activity in which students work in teams to construct the tallest freestanding structure using limited materials: dry spaghetti, masking tape, string, and a marshmallow. This challenge emphasizes the principles of iterative design and prototyping, encouraging students to understand that failure is often a vital step in the innovation process. The challenge begins with a strict 18-minute timer for the initial build, during which students are prompted to focus on creating a stable structure capable of supporting the marshmallow at the top. Teams then analyze their structures to identify failure points and improvements, demonstrating a 'fail fast' mentality akin to real-world entrepreneurial practices. By contrasting the approaches of different age groups, particularly kindergarteners with business school graduates, the activity highlights the benefits of a prototyping mindset and continuous testing in engineering and design.