About MAKEDO FREEPLAY
Makedo Freeplay is a reusable kit for creating projects using everyday household materials. The possibilities are endless. Simply use the fasteners included in the kit to piece together your own creation.
You will need:
- Enough cardboard or other material for your desired project.
Kit Contents
- Instruction booklet
- Safe-saw (x2)
- Lock-hinges (x17)
- Re-clips (x73)
If any parts are missing, please notify your library branch
Borrow Makedo Freeplay
Makedo Freeplay can be requested from the SamePage Catalogue.
Once available it can be borrowed for 3 weeks.
Caution!
- Not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
- Choking hazard: contains small parts. Adult supervision required.Choking hazard – not suitable for under the age of 3.
Getting Started
- First, check out the parts of your kit and make sure all tools are
included:- Safe-saw: This cutting tool can be used to cut materials into the desired size and shape that you need. Use the pointed end to puncture holes for your re-clips.
- Re-clip: Use this tool to fasten pieces together. Use the pin to puncture through the material, and attach the clip to the underside
of the pin to fasten it to the material. - Lock-hinge: Create movement by using the lock-hinge. Attach the lock-hinge to your desired material using the re-clips. To lock the lock-hinge, push the right-side of the hinge down so that there is
no space in the middle bar. To unlock, push the right-side of the
lock-hinge up.
- Use these tools to bring your creations to life!
- When you’re done, simply detach the pieces and reuse them on another creation
Troubleshooting
If you are having issues with Makedo Freeplay or have further questions, please visit these resources:
- Frequently Asked Questions (Makedo website)
Additional Resources
Suggested Reading
- Cardboard Box Engineering by Jonathan Adolf
- Boxitects by Kim Smith
- What To Do With a Box by Jane Yolen
- Not a Box by Antoinette Portis
FEEDBACK
We’d love to hear from you! Please provide us with your feedback by filling out the feedback form included in your kit, or by filling in our online survey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is STEAM?
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For how long can I borrow a STEAM Kit?
STEAM Kits can be checked out online through the Cape Breton
Regional Library website (www.cbrl.ca), or in person at any of our
branch locations.
STEAM Kits can be borrowed for up to 3 weeks.
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