Turning trash into toys for learning

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At the INK Conference, Arvind Gupta shares simple yet stunning plans for turning trash into seriously entertaining, well-designed toys that kids can build themselves -- while learning basic principles of science and design.

Aired April 29, 2011

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    Curious .
    Very entertaining and inspiring!
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    Rest L
    ingenious! so inspiring! felt like a child again!
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    Amy R
    Wonderful lesson! I remember doing the captain hat/shirt thing as a child 35 years ago...such great ideas to upcycle trash!
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    Theresa B
    I have a new grandson in my life and I hope I can always come back to this Video to share those great toys with him. Thank you very much.
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    Dale H
    This man is so inspiring. I imagine children have been very delighted by the infectious enthusiasm with which he turns trash into a thing of usefulness and beauty
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