The Giant Egg Drop Challenge was an engaging and educational activity that involved designing a capsule to prevent a raw egg from cracking when it was dropped from the staff room staircase. This challenge was an egg-xtraordinary way to explore significant scientific principles and engineering concepts. It was a good way to learn about forces, engineering, and creativity. It was also a good way to enjoy science, use teamwork, and more!

In this fun challenge, we needed to create a device that could absorb and distribute the impact of the gravitational pull and air resistance force as the egg was falling and landing. By using basic, everyday materials such as newspaper, straws, a bag, and masking tape, we were able to cushion the egg and reduce the shock of the impact. Designing the shape of our device was key; structures with crumple zones or padded areas helped spread out the force more effectively. Additionally, incorporating elements like a parachute slowed down the egg’s descent, further minimizing the impact force.

Through this challenge, we learned about key physics concepts such as force, energy, and how materials absorbed shock. It also provided a practical application of engineering principles, allowing us to experiment with different designs and materials to see what worked best. The Giant Egg Drop Challenge encouraged problem-solving and creativity, as we needed to think critically about how to protect the egg using limited resources.

Working on this project also helped us develop teamwork and communication skills while working in a group. Overall, the Egg Drop Challenge was not just about keeping the egg intact, but also about applying scientific and engineering knowledge in a fun and practical way.

Samantha C and Poppy G - 7 Wonga