The Robots Are Coming!
Kids love robots. It's a fact. Every robot project we do at the studio is a success. I saw this project on Deep Space Sparkle and decided to try it. The results were wonderful! I tried this with ages 4+. It involves a little bit of prep work, mainly cutting down the cardboard.
Materials:
Robot Drawing Sheet (feel free to use your own design or have kids design their own!)
Practice Paper
Pencil
Large Peice Bristol Paper
Corrugated Cardboard, cut into varying squares and rectangles
Paint, grey and other assorted bright colors
Brushes
Glue
Scrap Paper
Buttons, Tin Foil, Fabric Scraps, Lace, Beads, Sequins
Step One
Start with a practice drawing of your robot. Explain that shapes are mainly squares and rectangles. Although we'll use cardboard to create our final robots, never miss the chance to do a little practice drawing.
Step Two
To create a interesting background draw lines top to bottom on large piece of Bristol Paper to create stripes. Then paint between lines using assorted bright color paints.
Step Three
It's time to make some robots! Glue squares and rectangles onto background into robot shape. Once in place, paint with grey paint.
Step Four
Decorate your robot! Use tin foil, buttons, sequins, and beads to put the final touches on your robot. The more creative the better!
