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How to make Christmas crackers

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  • Duration: 2 mins
  • Publication date: 29 Nov 2024
  • Part of series Santa Loves Stem

Abstract

This step-by-step video guide is a helpful introduction showing teachers and parents how to use a 2D net to make a 3D Christmas cracker and hat for friends and family.          

This engaging activity for kids is one of a series of accessible STEM resources designed to allow learners to use the theme of the Christmas period to develop their knowledge and skills in Mathematics, Design & Technology and Engineering.

Download the free activity sheets and supporting resources on our resource page for more detailed instructions, teachers notes and for optional extension work. These are free to download, and all the documents are fully editable, so you can tailor them to your students’ and your schools’ needs.

Please share your classroom learning highlights with us @IETeducation.

About IET Education 

We support STEM teachers by providing a range of resources linked to the UK curriculum and partnering with organisations to create experiences that inspire teachers and students alike. Our campaigns are for children aged 4 to 19 years and aim to bring their imaginations alive to inspire them to engineer a better world in the future. 

Engage children and keep them busy and learning at home or school with our free STEM resources and activities for KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4: https://education.theiet.org/

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  • Rudolph
  • STEM
  • STEM teachers
  • Santa's STEM workshop
  • creative journey
  • fun activity for kids
  • home-made reindeer

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