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In this activity, learners will reuse plastic bags in an interesting way. They will iron together plastic bags to create a flexible material they can use to make upcycled reusable bags, costume pieces, jewelry, or whatever they imagine. The activity includes a time and age recommendation, a materials list, step-by-step set up instructions, tips for adults, learning and skills connections, and a note about doing STEAM with kids. This activity requires an iron. Adult help is highly recommended. NOTE: do NOT use thick heavy plastic shopping bags.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 45 to 60 minutes
- free per student
- Ages 6 - adult
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Plastic bags (thin grocery bags, bags that bread, bagels and similar items are packaged in, bags that newspapers are delivered in) NOTE: do NOT use thick, heavy plastic shopping bags!
- Iron
- Ironing board, or towel to protect your work surface
- Parchment paper
- Crafting materials like: scissors, yarn, hole punches, stickers, permanent markers, Velcro, glue, etc.
- A grown-up helper
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
- Engineering
- Technology
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
- Nature and Environment
Other
Access Rights:
- Free access
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, Boston Children's Museum, 2021