Super Slingers - Create a device that will launch a ball at a target to earn points.
Also available ... Super Slingers with Peeps - Students are challenged to create a device that will launch a peep to earn points in three different categories. Great project for spring with Easter peeps or Halloween with pumpkin peeps. A powerpoint is available for this special project and it may be edited for your challenge.

The Weakest Link - Build the longest chain that will hold the most weight.
Note:  A powerpoint for this project is available and it may be edited for your challenge. I also have a Think About It! worksheet available that was designed specifically for this project.

Super Structures - Create a structure that is capable of supporting a large amount of pennies.

Rocket Rally - Create an air-powered rocket that will travel the greatest distance.

Bottle Blasters - Create a device that will launch a ball to knock over bottles and earn points.

Battle of the Boats - Create a boat that will travel a specified distance in the shortest time.

Zoom Machines - Create a rubber band vehicle that will travel a specified distance in the shortest time.

Bridge Challenge - Construct a bridge that will allow a vehicle to travel safely across a "canyon".

Drop Zone - Build a parachute that will help an egg land safely on a target.

Magnificant Marble Maze - Build a marble maze that will result in the longest run time.

Ultimate Gumball Machine - Build a machine that will sort gumballs by size in the shortest amount of time.

Super Subs - Create a submarine that will sink and come to the surface in the shortest amount of time.

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rubrics, and more to help you organize your Junk Box Wars event.