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LEGO® Build Workshop: Three Types of Bridges
Chicago is the birthplace of skyscrapers, but it's also known for its innovative bridges. In this LEGO® Build Workshop, we'll learn about three different types of bridges and how engineers built them strong enough to span the Chicago River. We'll also build our own bridges with a variety of materials and test their strength. LEGO® Build Workshop: Three Types of Bridges is free to CPS students with valid ID.
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