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)