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Accordion Arm Robot

Accordion Arm Robot

Change a recycled box into a robot with folded paper arms. Toddlers love this hands-on project, which is a cinch with Crayola® Color Wonder™.

Ages: 4 and up, Under 4

CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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  • Color Wonder
  • Glue
  • Upcycled Cardboard Box

Steps

  • Step 1

    Look at pictures of robots. Find out what they do. Here's how to make your own pretend robot.

  • Step 2

    Cover recycled boxes with Crayola Color Wonder Paper. Tear the paper to fit. Attach the paper with Crayola School Glue. Dry.

  • Step 3

    Use Color Wonder Markers and your imagination to decorate the robot. Add buttons, knobs, facial features, and gadgets.

  • Step 4

    Tear another piece of Color Wonder Paper into four long strips. Color them with Color Wonder Markers. Dry.

  • Step 5

    Fold the paper back and forth to make accordion arms and legs. Glue the arms and legs to the box. Dry.

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CIY Staff Tips

Use your imagination and have fun making your craft as creative as you are—there’s no wrong way to do it!

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