The Cup Challenge

Today we worked together to complete a cooperative challenge.

Here are some photos of us in action and a sample of the writing we did afterwards.

The Aim: To move six cups with only four strings and one rubber band to stack the cups in a pyramid.

The Method:
1. Tie the four strings to the rubber band.
2. Pull the strings to widen the rubber band.
3. Put the wide rubber band down onto the cup then flip the cup over.
4. Release the strings then pull the strings again.

Written by Efraim. 

The Aim: To stack the cups by using a tool made of string and rubber bands. We had to try to work as a team.
The Method: 
1. Grab the four strings and tie them in a know on the rubber band.
2. Grab three people then all at once pull. When you get the cup, turn upside down and gently place the cup.
3. Repeat this order six times until you have a sturdy pyramid.
4. If you want you can do as many or less as you want.
5. That is one way to make a pyramid without your hands.
My tips for success

• Listen or you won't know what to do.
• Help people who need help.
• If you make a mistake it is fine because you are learning. 
• Always use growth mindset if needed.
• Cooperate with other people. 

Written by Cortez

The Aim: To stack the cups and then put them back.
The Method:
1. Tie the strings to the rubber bands.
2. Pull the strings so it can fit around the cup.
3. Twist the cup so it is placed upside down.
4. Place the cup down on the table carefully.
5. Stretch the rubber band so it will slide out.
6. Repeat all of the steps from 1 to 5 in order.
My tips for success:

• Cooperate with each other all of the time. 
• Make sure everyone has a job.
• Work together. 
• Respect each other. 
• Listen to each other. 

Written by Lagi

 Tips for Success: Written by Ezias

• Make a plan
• Communication
• Don't say negative stuff, say positive stuff.
• Determination.
• Team work
• Growth mindset, Not Fixed!!
• Success

 Tips for Success: Written by Peyton

• Don't cheat.
• If a cup drops on the floor, put it back how it was. 
• You can't use your hands to stack the cups. 

Tips for Success: Written by Cloe

• Work together.

Tips for Success: Written by AJ

• Don't be a cheater.
• Work as a team. 

Tips for Success: Written by Peter

• Spread the band out evenly with the four people then very carefully place the cup down with communication and team work.