# Drive a cardboard box car

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Last updated: 2026-10-12T19:22:46.747Z

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\.

## Activity facts

- Age range: 1–4 years
- Duration: 20 min
- Location: At home
- Category: Toys
- Type: Activity

## 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

## Materials

- Large cardboard box
- Paper plates
- Tape

## Safety note

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