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Space Explorers / Recycled Space Robots

Recycled Space Robots

Children build friendly space helper robots from recyclables, inventing what job each one does on a spaceship.

How to run it

  1. Set out recyclables, tape and glue.
  2. Talk about robots that help astronauts.
  3. Let children build and decorate a robot.
  4. Share each robot's job.

You will need

  • recyclables
  • tape
  • glue
  • foil
Make it easier or harderYounger children decorate a pre-made base, while older children add moving parts.
SafetyCheck recyclables for sharp edges.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Children plan and build designs.

Fits these theme days

Space ExplorersRobot DayRecycle DayScience and Space

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