ACTIVITY MATERIALS

• Sturdy material for the 3D sculpture (thin cardboard, 180g paper).
• Cutting tools (scissors, craft knife, etc.)
• Ruler and pencil for measurements.
• Glue/tape (glue gun or craft glue)
• Rubber bands, zip tie, brads
• Popsicles and white string

Gather the materials you’ll need to make a quick, low-fidelity prototype of your invention. These can be anything around you—paper, cardboard, tape, string, recycled objects, etc.

1st

2nd

5th

Document & Reflect: Take photos of the simulated limitations and the prototype. Describe the limitations simulated, tasks explored, and design process.

10min

15 min

Look at the feed back you got from your user, and think of yourself: What’s awkward? What’s confusing? What breaks or doesn’t work as intended? Would someone want to use this?

15 min

For each issue, come up with one possible improvement.

Example: 🔴 "It's too bulky" → ✅ "Use foldable or lighter materials"

🔴 "Hard to press the button" → ✅ "Move it to the front panel"

ACTIVITY STEPS

Draw a version of your improved prototype. Show the new changes

3rd

4th

5th

Document & Reflect: Take photos of the simulated limitations and the prototype. Describe the limitations simulated, tasks explored, and design process.

10min

15 min

Build a second, upgraded version using what you have.

(you can even do more if you have time!)

90 min

You could improve your prototype by adding new mechanisms (like hinges, wheels, or levers), trying out different materials (such as fabric, cardboard, or recycled parts), experimenting with new techniques (folding, layering, attaching with magnets, etc.), or introducing new functions that make it more useful, fun, or user-friendly. Think creatively and don’t be afraid to try something unexpected!

ACTIVITY STEPS

Take a photo or video of your new prototype and submit

5 min

5th

ACTIVITY EXAMPLE

first prototype

final prototype