Make your own Jumping Jack toy

Learn about the history of Jumping Jack toys and make your own.

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David Parr House

Paper Jumping Jack toys were very popular in Victorian times as they were easy to make and lots of fun! Find out more in these activities.

For this activity, you will need:

Card
Glue
Scissors
Thread
Paper fasteners
Coffee stirrers (optional)

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