Makedo has created a range of construction tools that are safe for children to use to create with cardboard. They are purposely designed for children build and construct with their imagination.
Get involved and be creative with your children making creations small or large, the opportunites to create are endless!
How to use the Tools
How to Join Cardboard
Use the Makedo Scru-driver and Scru to join cardboard together. Simply punch a hole through the material, insert the Scru into the socket on the end of the Scrudriver, and then with a few quick turns the cardboard will be securely joined.
How to Punch a Hole
Use the Makedo Safe-saw or Mini-tool to pierce thick or thin cardbord. This helps to get it ready to secure it with the Makedo Scru.
How to Safely Cut Cardboard
The Makedo Safe-saw can be used to cut thick or thin cardboard without compromising safety. The specially designed teeth on each of the saw blades will not cut skin.
Use the larger teeth for cutting corrugated cardboard on larger boxes, and the smaller teeth for cutting thin card such as tissue or cereal boxes.
How to Fold Cardboard
Use the Fold Roller to perforate the cardboard and fold along the line. You can roll it across a ruler if you would like it really straight.
Let's Get Creative
Now let's put the above techniques to use! Below are a couple of build ideas.
You can also head to the MakedoHub for even more build inspiration.
Make a Cardboard Puppet
Here's a tutorial showing you how to make a puppet.
Want to build something bigger?
Make a Cardbord House
Follow along with a Master Makedo Maker and add any extra finishing touches you wish. Maybe a letterbox, house number or planter box with flowers!
We'd love to see what you create! Share a photo with us via email or tag us on Instagram @littletoytribe :)
Happy Playing!
