Make a Locomotive

Create your own mini Locomotive out of recycled materials at home!

Firstly...meet our favourite Locomotive named The Buck !
The Buck is a small steam locomotive. It is called a tank engine because it carries its own water in tanks. The Buck was used to move coal around the Newcastle area, how cool is that!

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Time to leave the station and get started! Here is what you need to do:

1. Download and print the instructions and templates  
2. Collect your materials
3. Watch the stop motion video
4. Toot toot! you are ready to go!

Suitable for ages 7+ or younger with assistance.

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Colour 'The Buck' in your favourite colours!
Click here to download your picture

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