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The MacGyver Challenge

MacGyver is a problem-solver who uses items he has on hand to make devices to solve problems.

Your challenge is to think of a project to make from home, with items you have on hand, that can solve a problem you or your family may have while stuck in rāhui/lockdown.

This challenge will be broken up in 5 tasks

Task 1: Find the problem

Task 2: Make a plan

Task 3: Find Resources

Task 4: Create

Task 5: Present

Watch this video and see how MacGyver solves his problem

Did you see how he solved his problem?

Rules

- Your project must be safe to work on. Check with parents on the suitability of your idea

- Aim to complete a task every day ie Task 1 = Day 1, Task 2 = Day 2 etc

- Submit your project by emailing photos or a video of what your have made/fixed

- Try to get resources from stuff lying around at home. If you don't have anything, you can buy stuff if you need it

- Other family members can help with the challenge but the idea needs to be your own

- You can submit as many projects as you want

- Any more questions please contact your teacher

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