Math fact gumball machine craft for 10-year-olds
This project is for 10-year-olds who want a hands-on way to practice arithmetic facts. The machine holds paper prompts and pom-poms, not food.
What to buy
Tall clear plastic jar with lid
1
Stiff cardboard sheet
1 sheet
Small cardboard box
1
Large pom-poms in assorted colors
40
Blank index cards
30
Red cardstock sheets
3 sheets
White cardstock sheets
3 sheets
Round paper fasteners
2
Number stickers
1 sheet
Fine-tip black markers
2
Ruler
1
Washable tacky glue
1 bottle
Clear tape
1 roll
Who this list is for
This hands-on arithmetic craft is for 10-year-olds who want to practice math facts with paper prompts and pom-poms. The gumball machine is not for food.
How to use this list
Use the tall clear plastic jar with lid as the gumball container and the small cardboard box plus stiff cardboard sheet for the machine base. Add red and white cardstock to create the machine look. Write arithmetic prompts on the 30 blank index cards, use number stickers for labels, and keep the 40 large pom-poms visible in the jar. Plan any turning or flap detail with the two round paper fasteners before applying washable tacky glue or clear tape. Use the ruler and black markers for tidy lines.
Common mistakes
Do not put candy or other food in the jar; the project uses large pom-poms and paper math prompts. Check that the jar lid is secure before moving the craft. Avoid gluing index cards where they cannot be removed for practice, and keep glue out of any paper-fastener joint meant to move.
What is on this list
The list includes one tall clear plastic jar with lid, a stiff cardboard sheet, a small cardboard box, 40 large pom-poms, and 30 blank index cards. It also has red cardstock, white cardstock, two round paper fasteners, number stickers, black markers, a ruler, tacky glue, and clear tape. Cross off supplies you have.
When you are done
Draw a prompt card, solve it, and use the pom-poms as part of the pretend game. Put the cards back in order after practice. Keep the jar closed and the completed machine upright on a shelf or desk.
FAQ
Who is "Math fact gumball machine craft for 10-year-olds" for?
This hands-on arithmetic craft is for 10-year-olds who want to practice math facts with paper prompts and pom-poms. The gumball machine is not for food.
How should I use "Math fact gumball machine craft for 10-year-olds"?
Use the tall clear plastic jar with lid as the gumball container and the small cardboard box plus stiff cardboard sheet for the machine base. Add red and white cardstock to create the machine look. Write arithmetic prompts on the 30 blank index cards, use number stickers for labels, and keep the 40 large pom-poms visible in the jar. Plan any turning or flap…
What should I skip or avoid with "Math fact gumball machine craft for 10-year-olds"?
Do not put candy or other food in the jar; the project uses large pom-poms and paper math prompts. Check that the jar lid is secure before moving the craft. Avoid gluing index cards where they cannot be removed for practice, and keep glue out of any paper-fastener joint meant to move.
What is on the "Math fact gumball machine craft for 10-year-olds" list?
The list includes one tall clear plastic jar with lid, a stiff cardboard sheet, a small cardboard box, 40 large pom-poms, and 30 blank index cards. It also has red cardstock, white cardstock, two round paper fasteners, number stickers, black markers, a ruler, tacky glue, and clear tape. Cross off supplies you have.
What should I do when I am done?
Draw a prompt card, solve it, and use the pom-poms as part of the pretend game. Put the cards back in order after practice. Keep the jar closed and the completed machine upright on a shelf or desk.
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