Gumdrop Dome

Squares, circles, or triangles ― which shape do you think makes the strongest structure? Look around the area you are in to explore all the different shapes used to make things. Use gumdrops and toothpicks to construct a dome structure that is strong and won’t collapse. Follow our instructions, design your own, or do both!

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Guest Blog Courtesy of Houston Zoo

The Houston Zoo is a world-renowned conservation leader and works with organizations around the world to save wildlife. Meet one of our ambassador animals and learn about some of his adaptations and how he helps us teach others what they can do to save animals around the world.