Materials Needed:

• Several stacks of newspapers
• Masking tape

Setup Instructions:

1. Divide the group into teams. Five or six people per team works best.
2. Give each team an equal amount of newspaper and masking tape.
3. Designate a flat, open area for each team to work on their tower.
4. Set a timer for the chosen time limit (10 minutes is common).

Game Play Instructions:

1. Explain that each team will build a freestanding tower using only the materials given.
2. Tell teams that “freestanding” means the tower cannot lean against anything or be held by anyone. It must stand on its own.
3. Start the timer and let the teams begin building.
4. When time is up, measure each tower to find the tallest one.
5. Declare the winning team.

Additional Notes:

• For more of a challenge, remove the masking tape from the game. Teams will need to find creative ways to fold or stack the newspaper.
• You can adjust the time limit based on the age and skill of the participants.
• Make sure the workspace is safe. Remove obstacles or items that could cause tripping.
• Remind everyone to handle scissors or other tools safely if they are used.

For more information, see https://young-catholics.com/14327/newspaper-tower-challenge-game/