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Box Building

Make a plan to cut, glue, and create something out of boxes of all sizes.

Box Building

Time

  • 30 to 40 minutes

Materials

  • Boxes of all sizes
  • White glue
  • Masking tape

Directions

  1. Gather boxes of all sizes and check for and remove sharp staples.
  2. Work together to come up with a plan to cut, glue, and build something together.

Extensions

  • Add colored-paper scraps to make details and features.
  • Create a city landscape with skyscrapers.
  • Paint or color the boxes with felt pens.

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