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Toys from Trash

Making Space for Geometry

By TeacherPlus | Aug 23, 2012

Real-life activities such as art design or trying to arrange objects to fit into a certain space are geometrical in nature and provide a host of opportunities for children to participate in mathematical inquiry. These activities explore them how.

Forces at work

By TeacherPlus | Jul 27, 2012

We use forces all the time to move things, lift things and travel. A force is a push or a pull that makes an object do something. For instance, when you kick a ball, it is the force that you apply while kicking that causes the ball to move. Forces can make things change directions, speed, and shape. Force is one of the most important aspects in the discipline of science and it is essential that we have at least a basic understanding of this concept.

Levitating Pencil ~ Arvind Gupta

By Common Resources | Jul 25, 2012

The Concept of how magnetic train runs is explained in a very simple manner. It also gives a hint about the ‘perpetual’ motion.

Straw Waves ~ Arvind Gupta

By Common Resources | Jul 25, 2012

Arvind Gupta makes amazing wave model using straws and sticky tape. The same model can be used to discuss the concept of fundamental waves and the structure of DNA in the higher classes.

Matchstick Models ~ Arvind Gupta

By Common Resources | Jul 25, 2012

Arvind Gupta demonstrates how to construct angles, shapes and three dimensional figures using matchsticks and cycle valves.

Slipper Abacus ~ Arvind Gupta

By Common Resources | Jul 25, 2012

Arvind Gupta demonstrates how to make a simple abacus using a used rubber slipper and pencils.

14 Page Story Book ~ Arvind Gupta

By Common Resources | Jul 25, 2012

Arvind Gupta's team member demonstrates how to make a dynamic, rotating 14 page book which a teacher can use to tell any story in an entertaining and engaging manner. Children can also be encouraged to make similar books.

Turning trash into toys for learning TED Talk ~ Arvind Gupta

By Common Resources | Jul 25, 2012

Arvind Gupta is an Indian toy inventor and popularizer of science for kids. Creating simple toys out of trash and everyday goods, he illustrates principles of science and design in a memorably hands-on fashion. He works at the Children's Science Centre in Pune, India. He's the author of numerous books available in English, Hindi and other Indian languages, including Little Toys, Science from Scrap, and Science Skills & Thrills: The Best of Arvind Gupta.

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