Online NO-TECH TOYS

Learn about some of the oldest toys known and made around the world, using the simplest of materials like string, leaves, paper, and...skills.  This is a perfect blend of science, physics, and art!  The slideshow offers inspiration and tips for making your own creation, providing hours of kinetic experimentation and fun.  Adapt this as a design challenge focused on specific materials or toys, ie. boats, rockets, robots, and more.

Best for ages 7 years +  
Adult help if using sharp tools
60-80 minutes
 
BASICS YOU NEED:
Internet connection
Scissors
Things you can cut like -
Cereal or cracker box/es, egg carton/s, toilet paper tubes
Or corrugated cardboard 
Or manila folder-weight card stock
Tape (scotch, packing, duck/duct, masking)
Pipe cleaners, bendable and cut-able wire or craft wire 
 
GETTING FANCY:
String, yarn, cord, twine
Brass brad/s
Fabric and paper scraps, old toys, electrical parts
Compass point or ballpoint pen for poking into cardboard  
 
BUILD A SERIES WITH:
Japanese American Internment Art (Online)
Fantastic Trash (Online)
Shadow Puppets (Online)