Toys

Drive a cardboard box car

Age range: 1–4 years

Duration
20 min
Location
At home
Category
Toys
Type
Activity

How to try it

Cut the top off a large box and tape on paper plate wheels and a steering plate. Sit your toddler inside, or beside it, and push it a few steps. Drive to the kitchen and park.

Materials

  • Large cardboard box
  • Paper plates
  • Tape

Safety note

Tape rough edges flat and stay beside the box. Do not push it near stairs.

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Why it matters

A homemade car gives your toddler a toy they can climb in and steer, with plenty of room to pretend.

Benefit

Pretend play

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