Materials List: Edible Rovers – High School

Each group needs:

  • 2 tablespoons of cake icing
  • 1 sheet of 18" x 18" wax paper
  • 2 sheets of paper towels
  • 2 plastic straws
  • 1 plastic knife
  • 1 plastic spoon
  • 6-8 toothpicks
  • Graphing calculator (if using Algebra 2 Worksheet)
  • 2 Edible Rover Worksheets (for appropriate math option: Algebra 1, Geometry or Algebra 2)
  • 2 Rover Scientific Instrumentation Options – Math Worksheets
  • 3 Graham Crackers (body)

For the class to share (divided between student groups):

  • Various types of candy/cookies
  • Card board or paper plates
  • Straws
  • Foil

Note: The following types of candy/cookies are excellent for this activity: Oreo's™, Kit Kat™ candy bars, string licorice, gumdrops, peppermint candies, Life Savers™, marshmallows, jelly beans, Fruit Roll Up™ snacks (blue and yellow).

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