What it is: Toy Maker is a website full of free paper toy downloads. While it isn’t directly using technology in the classroom, this is a great site to visit for the free downloads. Toy Maker has everything from paper animals (origami type), to awesome math and learning toys, to toys that move, and gift boxes. This site offers really amazing downloads and teaches students how to follow step by step instructions to create their toy.
How to integrate Toy Maker into the classroom: The math and learning toys on the Toy Maker site are perfect for integrating into your existing curriculum. Living in Colorado means a lot of indoor recess days in the winter months, these toys offer excellent activities for those indoor days! The gift boxes are perfect for holiday gifts home (Christmas, Mother’s day, Father’s day, etc.) or for exchanging with learning buddies. Younger students will enjoy creating one of the animals and writing a story to accompany it.
Tips: Share this site with parents, they will love these printables for rainy days at home!
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