Are you a maker of magnificence? Dump the 185 odds and ends onto the table, draw a prompt card, and flip the timer. Everyone races to grab what they need to build a device that matches the prompt MAGNIFICENTLY. Then, when the timer is up, everyone gets to explain why their invention is the MOST magnificent. Some will be smart. Some will be clever. And some will be down-right GENIUS. But one thing's for sure: everyone will have fun! Get creative together with the inspiring game of Make That Most Magnificent Thing.
Devise unique problem-solving scenarios to solve before building their invention, such as gears being rusty and unable to be used. How will they build their music machine without gears?
Encourage persuasive writing by having kids write a corresponding sales pitch for their invention.
Teach early budgeting skills by assigning dollar values to each item and setting a budget for each child to build their invention.