Marshmallow Challenge

Build the tallest tower using marshmallows and spaghetti sticks.

Description

The Marshmallow Challenge is a team-building exercise that encourages creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. Teams are given 18 minutes to build the tallest freestanding structure using only 20 sticks of spaghetti, 1 yard of tape, 1 yard of string, and 1 marshmallow. The marshmallow must be on top of the structure.

Categories: Team Games, Indoor Games, Party Games

How to Play

• Number of Players Required: Teams of 4





• What You’ll Need

  • 20 sticks of spaghetti
  • 1 yard of tape
  • 1 yard of string
  • 1 marshmallow






• Gameplay

  1. Divide into teams of 4.
  2. Give each team the materials.
  3. Set a timer for 18 minutes.
  4. Teams must build the tallest freestanding structure using only the materials provided.
  5. The marshmallow must be on top of the structure.

Winning Criteria: The team with the tallest freestanding structure wins.

Estimated Playtime: 18 minutes

Make it Your Own

• Use different materials, such as straws, pipe cleaners, or toothpicks.
• Change the time limit.
• Add additional challenges, such as building the structure in a specific shape or using only one hand.

Ready to Play? Are you ready to build the tallest tower?

Safety Note: Be careful when handling the spaghetti sticks and marshmallow. Do not eat the marshmallow until the challenge is over.

Tags: Team Building, Creativity, Collaboration, Problem-Solving