Jungle Safari / Cardboard Safari Jeep
Cardboard Safari Jeep
Children build a jeep from large boxes and use it for safari role-play.
How to run it
- Collect large boxes for the jeep body.
- Cut out seats and attach wheels from paper plates.
- Paint and decorate the jeep.
- Use binoculars and animal pictures for a pretend safari.
You will need
- large cardboard boxes
- paper plates
- paint
- masking tape
- scissors
Make it easier or harderAdults cut the boxes for younger children; older children can add working parts like steering wheels.
SafetyAdults do all box cutting with a craft knife.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Children plan and build together, then use the jeep for imaginative play.
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