Acorn chute challenge

In this engaging lesson, third grade students will explore the principles of gravity, force, and basic engineering through the Acorn Chute Challenge. Students will work in pairs to design and construct a chute that can successfully transport an acorn from a given height to a target destination. The lesson will encourage creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration as students test and improve their designs. This hands-on activity not only introduces fundamental physics concepts but also develops problem-solving and teamwork skills as students iterate on their designs to achieve the best results.

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Grade Level: Grade 3

Language: English

Hours per Lesson: 1.0

Lessons: 1

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Lesson 1: The Acorn Chute Challenge

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In this lesson, students will explore basic principles of gravity, force, and engineering by designing and testing an acorn chute. Through hands-on experimentation, they'll gain an understanding of how these forces influence movement and learn how engineers apply these principles to solve real-world problems.

The Acorn Chute Challenge

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Lesson Plan Info

1 Lesson, 1.0 hours total

Created 9/17/2025

Updated 9/17/2025