How to make a flashlight from a soda can

 by pburghmom
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This instruction shows how to make a flashlight from found objects from your house.  This is fun for kids of all ages.
 
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Step 1: Materials Required

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1.  Gather Materials

Materials for one flashlight

Qty 1, Flashlight bulb (normally 2.2v)
Qty 1, Pop or beer Can (minimum 12oz.  A tall 12oz beer can works well)
Qty 1, Paperclip
About 5" electrical wire stripped on both ends
Newspaper
Electrical Tape or masking tape

Tools
Wire Stripper
Wire Cutters
Can Opener
Screwdriver
Hammer
 

badgirl1234567981 says: Dec 18, 2012. 6:48 AM
love your work......omg so cute
grendlova says: Jan 20, 2012. 6:56 AM
This is a great project! My 8 yr old daughter had to build a flashlight for a school assignment. I was not looking forward to helping her, but then we found this project. It was so simple and fun to do for both of us. Thanks!
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