We love figuring out ways to play with something that people throw out. Dumpster diving for toys, so to speak. One of the best recent finds was an old keyboard. There were so many different ways to play with it. Here are 8 to get you started :) This post contains affiliate links. SAFETY NOTE:…
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STEAM Play: Computer Part Mandalas
A few weeks ago we deconstructed some electronics. And the fun and the parts just keep living on, this week in some creative skill building Computer Part Mandalas. Kids can combine engineering and art for a true STEAM project. This post contains affiliate links. SAFETY NOTES: Please do not work with CRT (cathode-ray tube) monitors. These…
Play Dough Robots
What kid doesn’t love a robot? Here’s an easy way for kids to design and build their own robot, with glittery, shiny “metal” play dough and recycled computer parts. Granted, they don’t actually move like real robots, but that’s where the kids’ imagination comes into play :) Keep reading to the end for this week’s…