Build a Solar Oven

Build a solar oven for cooking smores - yum!

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Build a Solar Oven

1 Is This Activity For Me?

Tablet posing and thinking
Stick figures of varying sizes waving

My age is between 8 - 18

Yellow and blue gear

All experience levels are welcome.

Child and mother stick figure standing

My parents need to be around.

We advise a grown-up is close by to supervise with the materials and tools for safe use. Use safety gear, such as safety goggles, gloves, and wear an old shirt for STEM/STEAM Activities

An open book

All reading levels are welcome.

2 More About my Activity

Learn about the sun’s energy in this yummy activity as you build a solar oven to cook yummy treats! Using easy to find items, like a box, tin foil, plastic wrap, and other small supplies, kids will create their own solar oven they can use to cook smores.

3 What Materials Do I Need?

A pizza box (or other cardboard box), tin foil, plastic wrap, sheet of black paper, tape, ruler, utility knife/scissors, pencil, marker, s'mores supplies (marshmallows, graham crackers, chocolate). Optional: chopstick, oven mitts, plate, sunglasses.

4 I learn useful skills too?

  • Creative thinking
  • Critical & reflective thinking
  • Social awareness & responsibility

5 My Guide!

Tanya Baker

I’m a doodler, dreamer and maker. Some hobbies are drawing, graphic design & media arts. I’ve been an educator and home learning parent K-12 and love exploring creative pursuits through fun activities!

Fun fact: I have 2 tuxedo cats that love water!

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