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Are you #TeamArghie ?

Are you #TeamArghie ?
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Make a Team Arghie badge from paper, markers, and safe scissors, decorate it with symbols, and explain your team's idea to friends.

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Step-by-step guide to make a Team Arghie badge

What you need
Adult supervision required, markers, paper, safe scissors, tape

Step 1

Gather the materials listed.

Step 2

Choose a badge shape and decide how big you want it to be.

Step 3

Draw the outline of your chosen badge shape on the paper with a marker.

Step 4

Cut out the badge shape using safe scissors with adult supervision.

Step 5

Think of a Team Arghie name that shows what your team stands for.

Step 6

Write your team name clearly on the front of the badge with a marker.

Step 7

Pick one main symbol that represents your team’s idea.

Step 8

Draw the main symbol in the center of the badge with a marker.

Step 9

Add smaller symbols or patterns around the badge to decorate it.

Step 10

Color in your symbols and background using your markers.

Step 11

Attach a strip of tape to the back of the badge so you can stick it on a shirt or wall.

Step 12

Write one short sentence on the back that explains your team’s idea.

Step 13

Practice saying your sentence out loud so you can explain your team’s idea clearly to friends.

Step 14

Share a photo of your finished Team Arghie badge and your team’s idea on DIY.org.

Final steps

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 instead of the listed markers, paper, or tape if we don't have them?

If you don't have markers or the exact paper, use crayons, colored pencils, or cut the badge from cardboard or a cereal box for sturdiness, and instead of tape for step 'Attach a strip of tape to the back' use a sticker, a folded glued paper tab, double-sided tape, or a safety pin with adult supervision.

My badge keeps tearing when I cut it or the tape won't stick—how can we fix that?

To stop tearing during 'Cut out the badge shape with safe scissors', cut from thicker cardstock or glue a second backing piece behind the paper, let marker ink from 'Color in your symbols' dry fully, and use fresh double-sided tape or glue when completing 'Attach a strip of tape to the back'.

How can I adapt this activity for different ages or abilities?

For toddlers, have an adult pre-cut the shape and provide stickers and crayons for 'Draw the outline' and 'Color in your symbols', while older kids can draft multiple shapes, add detailed symbols in the center for 'Pick one main symbol', and write a longer explanation sentence on the back to practice presenting in 'Practice saying your sentence out loud'.

What are simple ways to enhance or personalize our Team Arghie badge?

Make the badge sturdier by layering two cutouts before 'Color in your symbols', add glitter, ribbon, or a laminated finish instead of plain tape in 'Attach a strip of tape to the back', and write a QR code or extra decoration around the main symbol to make the DIY.org photo share more unique.

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Facts about paper crafts and teamwork for kids

✂️ Paper was invented in China around 105 AD and has inspired endless crafts — from origami to pop-up cards.

🛡️ Badges have been used for centuries to show membership, rank, or achievement in groups from medieval guilds to modern clubs.

🎨 People can recognize familiar images extremely fast (around 100 milliseconds), which is why strong logos work so well on badges.

🤝 Shared symbols and badges help teams bond — camps and clubs often use them to boost belonging and teamwork.

🔣 Simple symbols (like hearts, stars, or shields) often cross language barriers and are understood by people around the world.

How do you make a Team Arghie badge and explain your team's idea to friends?

Start by tracing a circle on cardstock and cut it out with child-safe scissors. Decorate with markers, symbols, stickers, or small drawings that represent your team’s idea. Write a short phrase or 1–2 sentence summary on the back. Attach a loop of tape or string so it can be worn. Practice a 20–30 second explanation with your teammates: say your team name, explain the symbol, and share one reason your idea matters. Take turns listening and asking one friendly question.

What materials do I need to make a Team Arghie badge?

You’ll need sturdy paper or light cardstock, child-safe scissors, washable markers, pencils, and a ruler for neat shapes. Optional supplies: stickers, glue stick, hole punch and string or tape to wear the badge, crayons, and a safety pin handled by an adult. Keep a scrap sheet for testing colors. If you plan to reuse badges, laminating sheets or clear tape can protect the design—ask an adult to operate a laminator or sticky tape.

What ages is the Team Arghie badge activity suitable for?

This activity suits many ages: preschoolers (ages 3–5) can draw and stick with close adult help; early elementary kids (6–8) can cut simple shapes and write short phrases with supervision. Older kids (9–12+) can design detailed symbols, lead explanations, and organize team roles. Adjust tools and adult involvement: supervise scissors and pins for younger children, and offer more design freedom for older kids to practice communication and leadership.

What are the benefits of making Team Arghie badges?

Making badges boosts creativity, fine motor skills, and visual thinking as children choose symbols to represent ideas. Explaining the team’s concept strengthens verbal communication, confidence, and teamwork—kids learn to summarize thoughts and listen to peers. The activity also encourages empathy by prompting children to consider what represents their teammates. It’s a low-cost, hands-on way to practice presentation skills and cooperative play in a fun, supportive setting.
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