ACTIVITY MATERIALS

Required:

Pencil

Markers

Cardboard

Paper

Masking Tape

Scissors

Optional:

Straws

String

Popsicle sticks

wooden skewers

؜Recycled Materials

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RECYCLED MATERIALS EXAMPLES

Cardboard Boxes

Cardboard Tubes

Egg Cartons

Strings

Straws and Cups

Old Magazines

Plastic packaging

؜Plastic Bottles and Caps

Now it’s time to build something that can move.

Your goal: create one small vehicle or flying object using recycled materials.

Pick one idea that excites you:

1. Balloon-Powered Car
2. Rubber Band-Powered Car
3. Glider or Flying Vehicle

Use recycled materials and simple craft supplies to build your vehicle.

You can also decorate it to make it look fun, fast, or futuristic.

Activity Prompt

Balloon-Powered Car

VEHICLE EXAMPLES

Rubber Band-Powered Car

Glider or Flying Vehicle

Vehicle:

Balloon Car

Inspiration:

Race cars and simple moving machines.

Description:

“I used cardboard for the body, bottle caps for the wheels, and a balloon to help the car move. I added stripes and a number on the side. My car is exciting because it can roll forward when the air comes out.”

Activity Example

1st

Think about what kind of vehicle you want to make.

Will it roll on the ground or fly in the air?

Draw a quick sketch of your idea.

Think about what parts it needs, like wheels, wings, or a balloon.

20 min

Plan Your Vehicle

2nd

Look around your home for recycled materials you can use.

You might find:

cardboard, bottle caps, paper rolls, plastic containers, string, egg cartons, or small boxes.

Choose materials that match your vehicle idea.

20 min

Gather Your Materials

Gather Your Materials

3rd

Use your materials to make your vehicle.

Cut, tape, fold, stack, or decorate the pieces as needed.

You can add colors, patterns, flags, wings, or other fun details.

60 min

Build Your Game

4th

Try your vehicle and see what it does.

Does it roll, glide, or move the way you hoped?

Make small changes if needed.

Then take a photo or short video of your finished vehicle and submit it.

20 min

Play and Submit!

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