Activity Aims
To promote team working, problem solving and communication skills through a simulated construction project.
Introducing enterprise skills in the form of costings, tendering and profit.
Activity Description
This is an exciting team activity were participants act as small construction companies to plan, design, cost (tender) and construct a tower made from Lego bricks.
The activity starts with a PowerPoint presentation which provokes discussion on tower building design and usage, as well as exploring construction careers and enterprise skills.
Activity Length
Approx. 2 hours
All timings given are approximate.
Audience
- All ages
Group Size
- This activity is flexible based on the size of the audience however min 4 max 6 per group is ideal.
Remember the overall size of the group/audience involved may affect timings.
Further Information
For full details on the activity please see the Activity Cover sheet included in the documents below which provides information on:
- Preparation and Resources required
- Curriculum/Sector/Employability Skills links
- Extension Activities