Monthly DIY Magazine for Kids Aged 8-12 plus (October 2020)

Behind every costume there is a person and behind that, a story!

Ages 8-12+ Clever Campus Art & Science kits

Halloween is an awesome opportunity to be creative!

Kids DIY Magazine CreativKits Spooky Stories special is proudly hosted by Clever Charlie, the Gadgeteer, Maker, Performer, Scientist & Sewist

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Make Knitted Trick n Treat Bag

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Introduction 04/05 Things you will need 06 Instructions 07 2.

Make a Character Pen Topper Introduction Things you will need Instructions

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Make a Spooky Table Top Robot Introduction Things you will need Instructions

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Perform a Disappearing Act

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Introduction 16/17 Things you will need 18 Instructions 19

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Scary things - Crossword puzzle Colour me up - Trick or Treat!

Why are we scared of something?

Credits and References

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The Egyptians believed in life after death.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why they preserved the dead body by wrapping it up with special chemicals, so the dead person could use it in his/her after life. This was called mummification. < Scan and learn the link between Mummies & Pyramids!

Presented by

the SEWIST

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Make Knitted Trick n Treat Bag

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needed to knit your own Trick n Treat bag?

CAUTIONS: CHOKING HAZARD - FOR AGES OVER 8. NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YRS DUE TO SMALL PARTS. ADULT GUIDANCE RECOMMENDED. COLOURS AND CONTENTS MAY VARY FROM THOSE ILLUSTRATED. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. FOLLOW THEM AND KEEP THEM AS REFERENCE.

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Instructions â&#x20AC;˘

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nce you have gathered all material, follow the steps included in the instructions supplied with the kit. Please do make sure your mum or dad is watching over while you do this so that you can reach out to them when you need.

Your Instructions

Your Trick n Treat bag

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Scan and learn Casting on and off knitting techniques? https://youtu.be/1vm6oaYzHyA

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Make a Character Pen Topper

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Hey, I am Mike, Michael Wazowski.

Remember me?

I have given up on Sulley. I can’t scare people with him anymore.

Do you want to team up this Halloween? We’ll have fun! > Scan and Watch Mike’s first scaring experience!

Presented by

the PERFORMER

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Make a Character Pen Topper

What do you need for a Character Pen Topper?

WARNING: NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OF AGE. CONTAINS SMALL PARTS LIKELY TO BE SWALLOWED OR INHALED. CHOKING HAZARD. CONTAINS FUNCTIONAL SHARP POINTS. TO BE USED UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF AN ADULT. PLEASE KEEP THE PACKAGING FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AS IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION. COLOURS AND CONTENTS CAN VARY.

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Instructions â&#x20AC;˘

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nce you have gathered all material, follow the steps included in the instructions supplied with the kit. Please do make sure your mum or dad is watching over while you do this so that you can reach out to them when you need.

Your Instructions

Your Pen Topper Kit (one of them)

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Watch this video to see how to make the pen topper. https://youtu.be/uXgWdDo91Rk

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With great power,

comes great responsibilities!

Peter Parkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents were killed in a plane crash. They were spies.

Following their deaths Peter went to live with his Aunt May and Uncle Ben. < Scan and know about Spider-manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents!

Presented by Follow Steps on the Back Cover Page

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Make a Spooky Table Top Robot

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Make a Spooky Table Top Robot What do you need to build this robot?

WARNING: FOR AGES OVER 5. NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS DUE TO SMALL PARTS. ADULT GUIDANCE RECOMMENDED. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. FOLLOW THEM AND KEEP THEM AS A FUTURE REFERENCE. COLOURS AND CONTENTS MAY VARY FROM THOSE ILLUSTRATED.

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Instructions â&#x20AC;˘

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nce you have gathered all material, follow the steps included in the instructions supplied with the kit. Please do make sure your mum or dad is watching over while you do this so that you can reach out to them when you need.

Your Instruction Booklet Your Spider Robot

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Watch this video to see how to make the spooky table top robot. https://youtu.be/DL9LEiFU7_E

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Perform a Disappearing Act

Are ghosts real?

If yes, why do they wear bedsheets?

They probably donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.

However, white sheet is the most popular ghost costume! < Scan and learn why bed-sheet costume is popular?

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Perform a Disappearing Act

What do you need to perform a disappearing act?

White T-shirt

Or, a volunteer wearing white cloths

WARNING: THE INK PROVIDED IS NON-TOXIC AND SAFE WHEN USED AS DIRECTED. ADULT SUPERVISION IS ALWAYS REQUIRED. KEEP THE INK OUT OF EYES AND MOUTH. IN CASE OF CONTACT, WASH WITH WATER. IT IS SAFE BUT USE ALL CHEMICALS WITH CARE!

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xplore the weird world of disappearing science. It disappears, you make it reappear! Learn the chemistry of how it happens. Do acid-base experiments and learn about pH! Please do make sure your mum or dad

is watching over while you do this so that you can reach out to them when you need.

Your Instructions

Caution: While disappearing ink is a great trick but be careful about whom, when and how you play a prank. Discuss with your mum & dad before pranks!

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Watch this video to learn how the disappearing ink works. https://youtu.be/ItoD_NpVBlQ

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Scary things - Crossword puzzle

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Colour me up - Trick or Treat!

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Why are we scared of something?

Follow the Steps on the Back Cover Page

The Science of Being Scared | SciShow Kids | Published on Jul 27, 2018 | Squeaks surprises Jessi, which makes her wonder: What’s the science behind getting scared?

Scan or use link: https://youtu.be/_-E-QDkbdE8

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5 Weird Facts About Being Scared | Psych2Go | Published on Nov 18, 2018 | Are you a scary cat or are you not afraid of anything? Fall somewhere in between? Here are 5 interesting things about why we get scared and even why we don’t.

Scan or use link: https://youtu.be/U2lJfPV3FQI

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Credit & References Credits & References “Pyramids and Mummies | Educational Videos” was published by Happy Learning English on YouTube “How to CAST ON Knitting for Total Beginner” was published by Sheep & Stitch on YouTube “Baby Mike Wazowski - Monsters University” was published by golden scenes on YouTube “SEWING Pen Topper” was published by DreamingMama on YouTube “The Sad Story Of Spider-Man’s Parents (Marvel Theory)” was published by CBR on YouTube “Smart Table Top Robot [Build]” was published by Puzzle Gears on YouTube “Why Do Ghosts Wear Sheets” was published by Channelling Spirits on YouTube “How Disappearing INK works Experiment” was published by Kids Fun Science on YouTube “Scary things - Crossword puzzle” was published by www.CrosswordWeaver.com “The Science of Being Scared” was published by SciShow Kids on YouTube “5 Weird Facts About Being Scared” was published by Psych2Go on YouTube

Crossword Answers

Scanning QR code from a Smart Phone or Tablet: Step 1: Open up the camera app on your Smartphone and hold it up to the QR code (like the one on the right) Step 2: Your device will automatically recognize the QR code and provide you with an on-screen notification.

Step 3: Tap the notification to be taken to the destination of the QR code.

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Just use your Smart phone camera!

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FACE YOUR FEARS, DON’T RUN FROM IT

What’s the spooky story behind your Halloween costume?

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