Gadget Heads Car Factory

Crayola crayon melt and form into toy race cars that can be broken apart, melted down, and molded again

Crayola car factory provides hours of creative fun. Kids can melt, mold, and smash their very own cool toy cars that they can race and play. Contents include two different race car molds and twelve crayons for melting. Old crayons work well too.

Turning melted crayons into toys is a wonderful example of upcycling that promotes both creativity and sustainability. This engaging activity allows children to repurpose old or broken crayons, teaching them the value of recycling materials in a fun, practical way. The process of melting and reshaping crayons can be a fascinating science experiment, introducing kids to states of matter and how substances change under different temperatures. As they mix different colors together, children also get to explore color theory, learning how to create new hues or gradients. The tactile experience of molding shapes enhances fine motor skills and offers a fulfilling hands-on experience. Crafting these colorful toys can be highly imaginative, whether kids are making simple geometric shapes or intricate figures. The end result provides not only a renewed use for otherwise discarded materials but also a personalized toy that kids can play with or give away as a unique, handmade gift.