Fascinating Ferris Wheel

Why

Design your own Ferris wheel? Sure! Decorate and then build it with your markers.

Steps

1. Cut two large cardboard circles with Crayola® Total Tools™ Ultimate Cutter™. Divide both circles into seven equal wedges with a straight edge and Crayola Bold Marker.

2. Draw seats at the edges of the wedges. Decorate your Ferris wheel with festive colors.

3. Cut an X into each seat section as well as the center axis. Push markers through cuts in both circles. If you wish, glue your Ferris wheel together with Crayola School Glue.

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.

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
  • Markers
  • No-Run School Glue
  • Total Tools™ Ultimate Cutter™
household supplies
  • cardboard

Where & When

"My son spent the afternoon building his Ferris wheel. He really cherishes it."
Adrienne P., mom of 11-year-old.

"The kids made an entire carnival after they got started on this project!"
Henri M., camp counselor.


Interesting Info

The first Ferris wheel was built in 1893 by bridgemaker George Ferris. It made its debut at the World's Colombian Exposition of 1893 in Chicago. Ferris intended his wheel to rival the Eiffel Tower, built in Paris in 1889.