Cardboard stem project

This creative DIY Cardboard Gumball Machine actually works and makes a fun recycled craft for kids.

100s of super simple hands-on science experiments for kids of all ages, all in one handy place. Free downloads, videos and worksheets.

The following is a guest post from Erik Murray . *This blog post contains Amazon affiliate links. By clicking on the links and making a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Cardboard is my Frenemy. When I need it for a project, it’s great for students t

Articulated Grabber - Engineering Project for Kids: Have you ever dropped something behind the couch and couldn’t get it? Or perhaps your parents keep the best snacks on the top shelf, out of reach? If so, this project is perfect for you! This’ll extend your reach by over 30" (76cm)! I’ll show you ho…

Cardboard Tube Challenge- Build a cranking roller that lifts a weight- it's an elevator! The main material is the flexible and versatile empty toilet tissue roll.

Here’s a fun STEM challenge: Build working gears out of plastic caps, popsicle sticks, and a cardboard box! This project demonstrates mechanical concepts using materials you probably already have. Kids will be able to explore how gears mesh together to create motion. We started our project with a sturdy Amazon prime box, an assortment of […]

If your students have problems with connecting cardboard pieces in STEM class this post is for you! Techniques for attaching carboard pieces are simple. This article has images to help and an idea for creating a cardboard attachment display students can refer to later.

Today's Tray a Day activity is making cardboard sculptures. These are very easy; you just need cardboard, scissors, and maybe some felt-tip pens to

Cardboard tube STEM activities for kids to try using cardboard rolls or tubes or even toilet paper rolls! An affordable and easy addition to your STEM lessons!

I learned about MakeDo Cardboard Construction Kits while at TLA Annual earlier this year. We bought several kits for our Teen MakerSpace and a fun new station was born. A basic kit comes with a safety saw, a whole punch, several screws, and some hinges. Everything works great except for the safety saw. The safety […]