Sydney Harbour Bridge (Smaller version)
Solar Education
Step into the shoes of an engineer and bring one of Australia’s greatest landmarks to life. Using only tongue depressors and paper straws along with our special hole punch and instructions, the bridge will take shape in an amazing short amount of time. Watch our video.
The Sydney Harbour Bridge in an Australian icon. The design highlights a balance of simplicity and ingenuity, making it an excellent educational tool for demonstrating basic engineering principles. Ideal for classroom projects or STEM activities, this bridge model represents a practical example of resourceful construction techniques. Every detail has been carefully crafted to ensure durability and accuracy in its representation of structural concepts.
What’s inside the box?
- Precision-cut tongue depressors (engineered for easy assembly).
- Straws.
- Hole punch and our specially designed punch guide.
- Simple, step-by-step instructions.
- PVA Glue.
- Clamping pegs.
Why not put some lights on your completed model just like the real bridge.This model isn’t just a craft — it’s a lesson in history, design, and teamwork. You explore how bridges link people, towns, and communities, just as the Sydney Harbour Bridge connects the north and south shores of Sydney.
Perfect For:
· Primary and secondary classrooms
· STEM education workshops
· Open days and school science fairs
· Home education and family projects
Remember that once you have our unique tools you can make many of our other fun projects.