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!

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.

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