HOBBIES & PROJECTS
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Speed Secrets of the Pinewood Derby
There are many ways to make your pinewood derby car go faster. Here are some of them.
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Sneaky uses for everyday things
Try these amazing feats using things you may already have in your home. -
Weird science experiments
Have fun with the wacky world of science. Try these simple experiments. -
How to skip rocks
A stone skipping expert shares tips to help you successfully skip stones. -
Photos of cool pinewood derby cars
Browse our slideshow of more than 100 pinewood derby cars created by Boys' Life readers. Is yours better? Send us a pic! -
How to make movie magic
Want to make an amazing movie? Just follow these tips from one of the best filmmakers around. -
How to get straight A’s
Ten tips to help you get straight A's and have fun at the same time! -
Weather Experiments
Learn more about science, weather and energy by conducting these experiments with easy-to-find materials.
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Paint a pinewood derby racer 
How to build a bug board 
Make a periscope 
Make a ‘hide rack’ display 
Build a rain barrel 
How to make a Kazoo 
How to build an igloo 
Fun wintertime projects 
Make a compost tumbler 
Make a 3D camera 
Make a twig pencil 
Six projects to do with plastic bottles and jugs 
Make a solar hot dog cooker 
Make a “10,000-Year-Old” Lamp Shade 
Make a classic Soma puzzle 
Make a firefly lantern 
Make an Off-Shore Battle game 
Make your own banjo 
Use nature to make great gifts 
Twist wire to make a great present 
Make your own mailbox stove 
Make the ultimate raingutter regatta racer 
Make homemade dog treats 
Build a flagpole, table or chair for your camp 
Make a Civil War pinhole camera -
Love the pinewood derby? Want tips for making your pinewood derby car go faster? Looking for ideas for an amazing pinewood derby design?
>> Pinewood derby main page
>> Speed secrets of the pinewood derby
>> Paint a pinewood derby racer
>> Photos of cool pinewood derby cars
>> Video of a super-fast track
>> Pinewood derby game
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