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Name Your Drone

Name Your Drone
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Choose a creative name for your drone, design and decorate a durable name tag, attach it securely, and explain why you picked that name.

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Step-by-step guide to name your drone

What you need
Adult supervision required, cardstock or sturdy paper, clear packing tape or self-adhesive laminating sheet, colouring materials, hole punch, pen or marker, scissors, string or small zip tie

Step 1

Pick a creative name for your drone and say it out loud.

Step 2

Write your chosen name neatly at the top of a piece of cardstock.

Step 3

Below the name write one or two sentences that explain why you picked that name.

Step 4

Draw a tag shape around your writing using a pen or marker.

Step 5

Decorate the tag with colours and small drawings that match your drone’s personality.

Step 6

Cut out the name tag carefully along the outline.

Step 7

Cover the front of the tag completely with clear packing tape or a laminating sheet to make it durable.

Step 8

Flip the tag over and cover the back completely with tape or laminate as well.

Step 9

Trim any extra tape or laminate so the edges of the tag are neat.

Step 10

Punch a hole near the top center of the tag for attaching.

Step 11

Thread one end of the string or the zip tie through the hole.

Step 12

Tie the string securely or close the zip tie so the tag is fastened.

Step 13

Loop the string or zip tie around the drone frame away from the propellers and secure it tightly.

Step 14

Gently tug the tag to check it is firmly attached and not touching any moving parts.

Step 15

Share your finished name tag and the reason behind the name on DIY.org.

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You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

What can we use if we don't have cardstock, clear packing tape, or a laminating sheet?

Use a cereal-box or thin cardboard instead of cardstock and cover the finished tag front and back with overlapping clear packing tape or clear contact paper in place of a laminating sheet before trimming.

My tag ends up touching the propellers after I attach it—how can I fix that?

Loosen the string or zip tie, reposition the tag so you loop it around the drone frame away from the propellers as the instructions say, then retie or reclose the zip tie tighter and gently tug to confirm it no longer touches moving parts.

How can I adapt this activity for younger children or for older kids who want a challenge?

For younger children have an adult pre-cut the cardstock tag and punch the hole, let them write and decorate with markers or stickers and use yarn instead of a zip tie, while older kids can design and print the name and reasons on heavy paper, fully laminate it with a laminating sheet, and add a QR code or reflective details before attaching.

What are some ways to personalize or improve the finished name tag?

Add a printed contact-info card on the back before covering both sides with clear packing tape or a laminating sheet, decorate the front with glow-in-the-dark or reflective tape to match the drone’s personality, and trim the edges neatly so it’s durable and safe.

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Facts about drone safety and identification

🔍 Adding contact info or a QR code to a drone tag greatly increases the chance someone will return it if it’s found.

🏷️ Many countries ask hobbyist drone owners to register or label their craft so lost drones can be returned.

🛩️ Real airplanes have visible registration codes (like license plates); a clear name tag does the same for a drone.

🚁 Tiny drones exist that weigh only a few grams — some are smaller than a chocolate bar!

🎨 Waterproof labels — made with laminating film, clear tape, or permanent markers — help names survive rain and flights.

How do I do the "Name Your Drone" activity?

Start by brainstorming fun, descriptive names with the child—think personality, color, or mission. Choose a favorite and sketch a name-tag design on paper. Transfer the design to durable material (laminated cardstock or plastic), decorate with waterproof markers or stickers, punch a hole, and attach it to the drone with a zip tie or Velcro strap. Finally, have the child explain in a sentence or two why they picked that name and practice attaching and removing the tag safely.

What materials do I need for the "Name Your Drone" activity?

Gather durable tag materials like laminated cardstock, waterproof labels, or thin plastic sheets; permanent markers, paint pens, or stickers for decorating; a hole punch; zip ties, Velcro straps, or a small carabiner for attachment; clear sealant or transparent tape for weatherproofing; scissors and ruler; and a fine-tip permanent marker for writing the name and contact info. Optional: laminator sheets, coloured tape, and a lightweight charm for personalization.

What ages is the "Name Your Drone" activity suitable for?

This activity works well across ages: 4–7 can brainstorm names and decorate with large stickers and markers with adult help; 8–11 can design and cut simple tags while learning to use scissors safely; 12+ can plan durable attachments and add weatherproofing. Always provide adult supervision for cutting tools, attachments near propellers, and any changes that could affect flight performance.

What are the safety tips for the "Name Your Drone" activity?

Keep the name tag light and small—avoid adding more than a few percent of the drone’s weight—to prevent flight imbalance. Attach the tag away from propellers and sensors, and secure it so it cannot fall into moving parts. Test the drone on the ground after attaching to confirm no interference. Always supervise children near tools and when the drone is powered, and follow local drone regulations and age guidelines for flying.
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