Cardboard carnival

Cardboard carnival

Step right up and win a prize! This project is a great way to introduce kids into entrepreneurship. You'll recreate the games at real amusement parks while learning the business models behind them.

At a glance

Recommended for Grade 5 and up

Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆

  • Can be done with common household items for no cost
  • Takes a few days to finish
  • Low risk

Scalability: ★☆☆☆☆

  • Limited growth opportunities
  • Low revenue

Learning: ★★★★★

  • Extremely engaging and creative
  • Teaches marketing, product design, and profit margins in the carnival games industry
  • Highlights how carnival games are designed for profitability

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