DIY Wall Clock

Level: Beginner

Beginner projects can typically be completed with little tooling (if any). Assembly can be completed in 20 - 45 minutes, and we recommend 60 - 90 minutes for planning and personalization. This project is appropriate for students in grades 1 and above.

Objective: Construct a DIY wall clock & tell time on an analog clock

Students will learn the differences between telling time from an analog vs a digital clock. Students have an opportunity to get creative and give their DIY wall clocks a theme (e.g. Roman numerals, standard numbers, and illustrations that represent their hobbies).

Instructors then have an opportunity to reinforce learnings on telling time by prompting questions such as:

• What does A.M. and P.M. stand for?

• How many hours are in a day?

• Why are there only 12 numbers on the face of the clock?

• What surprised you about building your wall clock?

Supplies & Materials:

The following supplies & materials are included with each project class set:

• Wood parts for assembly

• Clock dial

• Clock hands

• Washers

• Screws

• Hanging hook

• Battery dial

• Sandpaper

• Safety glasses

• Pencils

• Notebooks for planning

Art supplies are not included but can be provided upon request.