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Mystery Aeroplane

Challenging paper-plane competition for small teams.

  • Passive
  • Promotes critical thinking
  • Challenging
  • Sharpens observation skills
  • Many variations

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In advance, download the aeroplane template from the Resources tab, note the fold marks, and follow the instructions in this video tutorial to create your aeroplane model.
  2. Present this already prepared paper aeroplane to your group and challenge them to re-create it, exactly.
  3. Divide your group into small groups and distribute a copy of the template to each group.
  4. Announce that each team’s goal is to re-create the model aeroplane, using the unfolded paper template.
  5. The mystery aeroplane may be viewed from any angle, but it cannot be touched.
  6. Note that the dotted lines on the template indicate a fold line.
  7. Allow your groups to unravel the mystery on their own for up to ten minutes, before contemplating offering a clue.

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