Why is it important to glue the clothespins onto the dowels?

To stop the clothespins from spinning or moving around during gameplay.

Shoebox Foosball Challenge

1st Grade•33 minutes•NGSS K-2-ETS1-2

I can build a foosball game using a shoebox and other materials.

For this project, you will need a cardboard box, straws, and clothespins.

To keep the dowels from being pulled out of the game, wrap the ends with masking tape to make them larger than the holes.

After the clothespins are in place, use to glue them in place so they don’t spin during the game.

This lesson includes 4 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. What is the first step in building the foosball game after gathering your materials?

2. What can you use to decorate the box if you don't have contact paper?

3. What material is used to create the goals in the foosball game?

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