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Looking for new and fun things to do at home over the holidays? We've got a suggestion! The whirligig, also known as a buzz saw toy, was a favorite among colonial-era children. The toy, usually made out of wood and string, involves pulling two side handles rapidly, causing the buzz saw in the middle to spin rapidly, making a "buzz" sound.
You can make your own version of this classic favorite at home. Follow Miriam's instructions here, and enjoy hours of buzzing fun (for the kids in our audience, make sure you have an adult to help with cutting and tying string)!
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You will need:
-Buttons (One button per whirligig toy. Buttons need to have four holes, and holes need to be wide enough for yarn to pass through.)
-Yarn
-Scissors