We will need parent volunteers to help load the landers in the morning on April 17 7:50 AM. Let the creating, designing and building fun begin…. If everything works perfectly (no rain, splatter, broken pieces, etc.) we hope to show off the working landers (that are built following the rules) on the outdoor stage during recess (keep in mind that all landers will be discarded after display.) Hairline cracks are not considered damaged eggs. It is up to the judges’ discretion as to whether the guidelines were followed.Ī damaged egg is defined as one with a visible crack or worse.Failure to follow design guidelines or the list of approved materials will result in disqualification.All landers (and all parts making up a lander) will be discarded after the drop!Assume you will permanently part with your lander at drop-off, so take lots of pictures at home.Landers should be made by the student with minimal assistance! Test your ownideas!!.You may submit egg loading instructions on a small card attached to lander if needed.Your lander must have an easily accessible location for the judge to place the egg.

No splatterables such as peanut butter, Jell-O, liquids, fruit or vegetables (popcorn is OK.).

No metals, glass, chemical containers, Styrofoam (with the exception of whole Styrofoam cups,) and no thick wood (such as 2x4.) No Tupperware or plastic storage boxes.

No packing peanuts, bubble wrap, air bags or any other store-bought packaging material or foam.

Your lander must be in free fall during the drop.

Weight and Size and Design Restrictions: 2 lbs, 10 inches maximum package in all directions.

You MUST SIGN IN at lander drop-off time if you want to receive Academic Challenge Credit (No Exceptions) The Egg Drop is the only Science Challenge for Academic Challenge credit this year.

Landers will be prepared for launch with a raw egg, provided by the PTA.

Bring your unsealed, eggless landing device to the Upper Grade Sports Courts on Friday, April 17th, between 7:30 and 7:50 AM.

All landers must be made at home prior to the event.THE PTA WILL PROVIDE THE EGGS!! Do not bring an egg (of any type) to school.The Challenge: To build an egg container/lander that will protect a raw, uncooked egg as it is launched from a high ladder by the Irvine Firefighters! Get creative with your design and have fun!

6th grade egg drop challenge