Build a Jumbo Jet

Why

Build your own model jumbo jet! Nearly everything you need is recycled. Where will you fly?

Steps

1. What parts do jumbo jets have---wings? Tails? Propellers? Windows? Engines? Here's one way to create your own jet with a recycled tissue box. You might have other ideas.

2. With Crayola® Scissors, trim the opening of the box so it is the same on both sides. This is the cockpit.

3. Ask an adult to help you cut the top off of a recycled 1/2-gallon plastic milk jug. Tape it to the front of your plane for a nosepiece. Hold in place with Crayola School Glue. Dry.

4. Cut recycled cardboard into airplane wings and a tail. Cover with aluminum foil. Glue on the foil.

5. Tape and glue the wings to either side of your jet. Cut small cardboard triangles to support the wings. Glue in place.

6. Decorate your jet with aluminum foil strips and Crayola Glitter Glue. Glue on recycled buttons as lights. Add details such as rudders and windows. Dry.

7. Where will your Jumbo Jet let your imagination fly?

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

Adult Assistance is required for this arts & crafts project.

Recycled Containers—Must be clean and safe. Do not use containers that contained bleach or other harmful chemicals (for example, household cleaners, dishwasher or laundry detergents). Do not use recycled metal cans that have sharp edges (for example, lids removed by household can openers).

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

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Supplies

crayola supplies
  • No-Run School Glue
  • Glitter Glue
  • Pointed Tip Scissors
household supplies
  • aluminum foil
  • cardboard
  • recycled tissue box
  • buttons
  • clear adhesive tape
  • plastic half-gallon milk jug

Where & When

"After our last vacation, our kids knew jets inside and out. They made several planes."
Gladys D., mother of ages 7 and 10.

"Kids made jets after we visited an airport. Then they became travel agents and planned imaginary world tours."
Enrique R., after-school assistant.


Interesting Info

Hans Joachim Pabst von Ohain published his theories on the first jet propulsion engine in 1933. His system first flew in 1939.