# DIY Cardboard Ramps The 'Made by Joel' Marble Ramp is a Simple Project for Any Child By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-08-07 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-by-joel References: [inhabitots](http://www.inhabitots.com/2010/08/05/diy-make-a-marble-run-toy-with-an-empty-cereal-box/) & [madebyjoel.blogspot](http://madebyjoel.blogspot.com/2010/06/cereal-box-marble-run.html) Joel Henriques is the dad behind the blog 'Made by Joel,' which typically features his cool at-home crafting projects. The latest is a marble ramp created with an old cereal box. With a step-by-step instruction manual, kids can easily construct this marble ramp and enjoy their creation directly afterward. While teaching kids the concept of reusable materials, this is a fun project for both children and adults to enjoy. Check out the 'Made by Joel' blog for other nifty DIYs and get crafty! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Crafting:** Creating DIY cardboard ramps and other crafts encourages the use of creativity and environmentally-friendly practices. - **Sustainability:** The emphasis on upcycling and reusing materials in DIY crafting projects promotes sustainability and eco-friendly habits. - **STEM Education:** DIY cardboard ramps teach children about physics and engineering concepts in a fun and engaging way. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can embrace the DIY crafting trend by providing kits and supplies to create custom toys at home. - **Education:** Educational institutions can promote STEM education through DIY crafting initiatives and workshops. - **Sustainability Consulting:** Consulting firms can offer services to companies looking to implement sustainable practices, such as incorporating upcycling and eco-friendly materials into their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Buildable Marble Mazes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-magic-maze.md) - [Modular Marble Mazes Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-maze.md) - [DIY Miniature Science Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-volcano-in-a-box.md) - [DIY Wooden Pinball Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-wooden-puzzle.md) - [Combination Building Block Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omnicompatible-wooden-bricks.md) - [Upcycled Skateboard Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-rpsd.md) - [Sloped Timber Skate Ramps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rampitecture.md) - [Cardboard Airplane Builds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-airplane.md) - [Hybrid Backyard Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-game.md)