Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to use your creativity and problem-solving skills to tinker and create new things!

Materials and Prep

• Assorted nuts, bolts, and screws
• Cardboard tubes and boxes
• Scissors and tape
• Markers or paint
• Parental supervision

No prior knowledge needed, just bring your imagination!

Activities

• Build a Robot Friend: Use the materials provided to create your own robot friend. Give it a name and think about what it can do!
• Design a Marble Run: Build a marble run using cardboard tubes and boxes. Test different designs and see which one works best!
• Create a Mini City: Use nuts, bolts, and screws to build a mini city complete with buildings and roads. Let your imagination run wild!

Talking Points

• What is tinkering?
  "Tinkering is like being a detective, but instead of solving mysteries, you get to create new things by experimenting and playing with different materials."
• Why is tinkering important?
  "Tinkering helps us learn how things work and how to solve problems creatively. It's a fun way to explore and discover new ideas!"
• What can you learn from tinkering?
  "You can learn about engineering, design, and even a little bit of science while tinkering. It's all about using your hands and your brain to make cool stuff!"