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Egg Carton Helicopter

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Make these easy helicopters out of egg cartons. These choppers definitely look super cute.

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Cool 'Copter


Time:20-30 minutes
Age: 5-10's, Over 10's, Any Age
Level: Easy

Materials
2 egg carton shells 1 conical portion that separates the shells (refer picture)
Paints
2 small strips of colored paper
Liquid glue/Hot glue
Scissors/ Paper cutter

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Pieces cut from egg carton tray


Method
Cut out the egg carton pieces as shown in the picture. An adult can help with the cutting part.

Stick the 2 shells together. Hold the two pieces firmly together till the glue dries and it stabilizes.

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Mark a 'window' on the front and paint it white. Color the rest in bright color.

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Paint the conical part in a contrasting bright color.

Now stick it on to the egg carton shell as the 'tail' of the helicopter. Again, hold firmly till dry and stable.

Draw windows on either side.

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Cut out two strips of colored paper and paste on the top as the blades.

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Your cool and simple chopper is ready. Use your imagination with colors to make an entire fleet. Or make a helipad.

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Categories
#5 to 10s
#Transport
#Helicopter
#Easy
#Egg Carton
#Recycled
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