Tray Sorting Game
Let's make a super fun sorting game on a metal tray! We'll make zones and sort all our colorful tiles.
Do the Stick Test
Try one tile on the tray or tin. If it sticks, you've found a portable build surface.
Safety: Use clean, cool trays only. Do not use anything hot or recently used for cooking.
Pieces you'll use
Visual key
Small square
Triangle
How to build it
Step 1 is always free. Visual cards for the rest are part of the build pack.
- 1Step 1 of 3
Place some tiles flat or stand them up to make 'zones' on your metal tray.
- 2Step 2 of 3
Toss the rest of your tiles onto the tray.
- 3Step 3 of 3
Sort the tiles into your different zones by shape or color.
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If it falls off
Make sure your tiles are flat on the tray or securely connected if standing up.
Make it easier
Use just a few tiles and only make two big sorting zones.
Make it bigger
Grab a bigger tray, or use two trays side-by-side for even more sorting fun!
Chaos upgrade
Add a spinning top to knock all the tiles into new places!
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