How to make a cube from poster board

Make a Cube From Poster Board

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Here are all the measurements you need to draw the cube.

Here are all the measurements you need to draw the cube.

Tools needed: ruler, pencil, scissors, marker, poster board (28 x 22), and tape.

Tools needed: ruler, pencil, scissors, marker, poster board (28 x 22), and tape.

Measure 8 3/4 inches from the top of the poster board lengthwise. Draw line from one end of poster board to the other.

Measure 8 3/4 inches from the top of the poster board lengthwise. Draw line from one end of poster board to the other.

Draw second line using the same measurements as previous line.

Draw second line using the same measurements as previous line.

Reference handout shown

Reference handout shown

Start with the right edge of the poster board and measure and mark 7 inches. Continue until you have drawn 4 boxes 8 3/4 x 7 inches each. Add a box to the top line as shown on the handout.

Start with the right edge of the poster board and measure and mark 7 inches. Continue until you have drawn 4 boxes 8 3/4 x 7 inches each. Add a box to the top line as shown on the handout.

Remember to measure and mark carefully.

Remember to measure and mark carefully.

Measure 3 1/2 inches to mark the center point.

Measure 3 1/2 inches to mark the center point.

Measure down from the center point 3 1/2 inches. Draw a little dot to mark the spot.

Measure down from the center point 3 1/2 inches. Draw a little dot to mark the spot.

Refer to the handout if you need further clarification.

Refer to the handout if you need further clarification.

Connect the corners of the boxes with the bottom mark to form a triangle shape. These will be the bottom flaps of the cube.

Connect the corners of the boxes with the bottom mark to form a triangle shape. These will be the bottom flaps of the cube.

Continue measuring and drawing the triangles.

Continue measuring and drawing the triangles.

Almost finished!

Almost finished!

Poster board should look like this!

Poster board should look like this!

Cut out the cube and fold along the drawn lines to form the cube. Tape the bottom flaps together. Then tape the side and fold the top lid edge to form a small flap.

  • Poster board
  • Yardstick or ruler
  • Pencil
  • Scissors
  • Tape
  • Marker