Toy Business Designer
Budding Entrepreneur
Business Jumpstart
Entrepreneur Materials included: •
Glossary handout
Materials not included: • • • • • • • •
Paper Writing supplies Coloring supplies Tape Glue Device with internet Video and audio recording devices Assortment of common household items (e.g., magazines or newspapers, corks from bottles, cardboard paper rolls, shoeboxes, plastic bottles, milk cartons, buttons, egg cartons, food takeout cartons, straws, bubble wrap)
Welcome: Let’s make the Girl Scout sign and say the Girl Scout Promise and Girl Scout Law together. Would anyone like to lead it? Introduction and icebreaker: Today we are going to be toy entrepreneurs! An entrepreneur is someone who finds ways to help people and solve problems. What is your favorite toy? Activity 1: Brainstorm a toy that makes the world better or solves a problem. Supplies: Paper, writing supplies, device with internet Toys are super fun! But did you know that some toys can also make the world a better place or solve a problem? They can! Some toys are educational; they teach us important skills. Some toys are adaptive; they make playing easier if we have a disability. Watch a one-minute video on adaptive toys and switches! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZg4FerUS_A Ask the Girl Scouts: • • •
How can we learn with toys? How can we adapt toys so they work for all kids? How else can a toy solve a problem or make the world a better place?
Write or draw a few ideas for toys that make the world a better place or solve a problem!